Aaron Saks

General Manager @ Green Paper Products®

About

As General Manager of Green Paper Products since 2020, I've had the privilege of leading our family-owned and operated business into a period of significant growth, underscoring our commitment to sustainable practices. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, our company has become a benchmark in the industry for providing sustainable, compostable tableware and paper products along with the highest level of customer service. My journey in this role is driven by a passion for sustainability and a vision to reduce environmental impact through innovative, plant-based solutions. Our products not only meet the highest standards of quality and compostability but also embody our dedication to customer service and environmental stewardship. This experience has honed my skills in business management, strategic planning, and team leadership, all while fostering a culture of sustainability that resonates with both our team and customers. Our success at Green Paper Products is not just measured by our growth but by the positive impact we make on the planet and in our community.

Country

United States

City

Cleveland

Industry

Renewables & Environment

Skill

Data Mining, Statistics, Six Sigma, Process Optimization, Data Analysis, Product Development, Staff Supervision, Safety Leadership, Production Managment, Quality Management, Project Management, Corrugated Box Design, Packaging Engineering, Packaging Design, Corrugator Centerlining, Waste Reduction, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Packaging

Experience

General Manager

Green Paper Products®

2020-3 - Present · 6 yrs 7 mos

Highland Heights, Ohio

Green Paper Products is a leading distributor of compostable or recyclable food packaging and tableware. We help restaurants, cafes, breweries and other food service businesses improve their sustainability by switching from plastic and styrofoam to compostable and recyclable food packaging. We pride ourselves on providing the highest level of customer service to our clients. Being a Small Business, we can share our knowledge and experience with other small businesses by supplying sustainable products and solutions.

Salt Lake City Process Engineering Manager and Global Fibers Process Manager

Hexcel Corporation

2017-1 - 2020-3 · 3 yrs 3 mos

Greater Salt Lake City Area

Lead the Process Engineering department for Hexcel's Salt Lake City carbon fiber manufacturing facility, as well as support process engineering improvements and standardization for carbon fiber production in the USA, France and Spain.

Production Manager

Hexcel Corporation

2014-9 - 2016-12 · 2 yrs 4 mos

Salt Lake City, Utah

Responsible for the safe operation and management of four carbon fiber production lines.

Process Engineer

Hexcel Corporation

2013-10 - 2014-9 · 1 yr

Greater Salt Lake City Area

Process Engineer for the manufacturing of Carbon Fiber.

Process Advancement Leader

Boise Paper

2010-4 - 2013-10 · 3 yrs 7 mos

Boise, ID

Responsible for managing a process engineering group focused on improving manufacturing operations through data analysis and Six Sigma techniques.

Project Leader

Boise Paper

2010-4 - 2013-10 · 3 yrs 7 mos

Boise, Idaho Area

Led and managed process improvement projects for an integrated packaging division. In depth study of corrugated box design and manufacturing, sales and marketing, finance and operations. Led projects which resulted in reduced raw material costs.

Production Manager

Boise Paper

2010-4 - 2013-10 · 3 yrs 7 mos

Greater Salt Lake City Area

Production manager of full line corrugated box manufactuing plant. Responsible for the safety, quality, production and maintenance of a 350,000 sqft facility with 140 employees. Additional, we operate a smaller sheet plant and warehouse in Sparks/Reno, Nevada.

Sr. Process Engineer

Boise Paper

2010-4 - 2013-10 · 3 yrs 7 mos

Boise, Idaho Area

Lead and implements process improvement projects for 9 full line corrugated container plants. Focuses include productivity improvements, waste reduction, and quality improvements.