Joseph Boyko

Experience

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  Carpenter Co.

  Jan 1993 - Apr 2005

  Plant Supervisor

  Manufactures products by supervising staff; organizing and monitoring work flow.Communicate job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.Maintains staff by orienting and training employees.Maintains work flow by monitoring steps of the process; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections and adjustments within processes; initiating and fostering a atmosphere conducive of efficiency and effectiveness.Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing tasks; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results.Maintains quality by helping to establish and enforce organization standards.Ensure safe operation of equipment by ordering repairs; evaluating equipment and techniques.Provides manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data; answering questions and responding to requests.Creates and revises systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices; implementing change- Kaizen.Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all equipment, and maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.Resolves personnel problems by analyzing data; investigating issues; identifying solutions; recommending action.Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops at DeSales University. Show less

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  Circuit City Distribution Center

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2000

  General Warehouse

  Prepare orders using inventory control systems; packing totes. Replenish inventory using forklift, pallet jacks, and pickers.Load and unload trucks designated by daily needs and replenishment reports. Maintain inventory controls by collecting stock location orders.Maintain quality service and accuracy by following organization standards.Maintains safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat; maintaining clean shipping supply area; complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.Contribute to the goals of the team by accomplishing tasks efficiently and effectively. Show less

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  Estes Express Lines

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2007

  Freight Coordinator

  Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage areas, loading docks, and delivery vehicles, by hand, forklifts and various other equipment.Read work orders to determine work assignments and special needs.Sort, unload, and load freight on various trailers.Attach identifying tags to freight and mark them with identifying information as required.Record numbers of units handled or moved using production sheets.Install devices such as bracing, padding, strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.Attach extended forks and other devices to lift cargo and guide loads.Carry out general dock duties such as cleaning and organizing . Show less

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  Q'STRAINT

  Apr 2005 - Nov 2024

  Oversee plant processes, activities and personnel to ensure customer satisfaction is exceeded while adapting to the needs of the organization through the production of quality products delivered on-time, safely, and profitably.Manage daily production scheduling activities to ensure on-time delivery, while meeting quality standards, and output targets (budget, productivity, labor/material efficiency, cost, etc.).Drive optimal Customer Experience by maintaining (on time requirement) targets.Establish and maintain manufacturing processes and standards to improve departmental efficiency including labor hours, cycle times, production costs, defect reduction, etc.Develop, implement, and maintain an effective preventative maintenance for the facility, production equipment, tooling and fixtures.Assure Inventory accuracy for material movement and usage. Assist in the design and development of new processes, production methods and standards that improve productivity, quality while reducing overall costs. Pursue a Customer-Focused perspective to ensure and improve a quality culture, while incorporating ongoing quality improvement efforts to reduce rework, scrap and overall defect levels.Assist in the development of effective Quality Management Systems that conform to ISO: 9001:2015 requirements.Identify & implement systems and processes that incorporate Lean and Good Manufacturing practices.Build, lead and motivate teams to high performance in a fast-paced and goal-oriented environment.Demonstrate and instill company values and behaviors of a highly-performing team.Recruit and develop highly effective individuals that fit with company’s values and cultureManage team and individual performance while providing personal development and training. Show less Monitor operations and assist in all aspects of manufacturing and shipping processes. Develop a trusting relationship with workgroup; manage and develop plant staff.Work within the different departments of the organization, as well as, outside vendors to foster accuracy, timeliness, and approved standards for reaching target goals. Collect and analyze data to find areas of improvement while adhering to commitment of plant safety procedures.Develop systems and processes that optimize productivity and performance of the team to effectively manage resources.Influence and learn from latest production management best practices and conceptsProven working experience as a plant supervisor with managerial experience.Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources).Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise.Knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory and stewardship processes.Computer literacy with functionality in multiple platforms of software. Skilled in design and functionality of industrial equipment and machinery.Ability to create accountability and to lead by exampleStrong team building, decision-making, and people management skills Show less

  • Northeast Regional Manager

    Aug 2016 - Nov 2024

  • Plant Manager- (Sure-Lok)

    Jan 2016 - Aug 2016

  • Plant Supervisor- (Sure-Lok)

    Apr 2005 - Dec 2015
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  Model 1 Commercial Vehicles

  Nov 2024 - now

  Public Sector Sales Northeast