Michael Keller

-Reduce costs by improving packaging overall - materials used, manufacturing processes etc. -Collect data, interpret results, qualify new materials, formulate and communicate recommendations -Support growth with new designs, cost effective packaging and new technology -Interact with multiple plants and departments -Head up innovation and cost savings projects

-Support sales efforts through designing, information gathering, prototyping and sampling with multiple materials using 2D and 3D CAD software. -Ensure customer satisfaction through internal and external consulting and follow up. -Manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively while working with a team. -Conduct R & D utilizing new materials, concepts, processes and suppliers. -Help develop and build strategic business relationships and alliances . -Find alternatives to achieve budget compliance with customer needs/requests.

-Support sales efforts through designing, information gathering, prototyping and sampling with multiple materials using 2D and 3D CAD software. -Ensure customer satisfaction through internal and external consulting and follow up. -Manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively while working with a team. -Conduct R & D utilizing new materials, concepts, processes and suppliers. -Help develop and build strategic business relationships and alliances . -Find alternatives to achieve budget compliance with customer needs/requests.

Design and development of packaging solutions for the food industry, specifically for the transport of live seafood. Design packaging systems using polypropylene for the Automotive Industry. Design artwork used on polypropylene boxes. Troubleshoot problems within the fabrication process and logistics of packaging materials. Develop and implement quality control and quality assurance systems on all incoming raw materials, materials manufactured, and products converted and sold as final goods. Create and implement safety protocols and procedures for all laborers, and deal with perpetual maintenance of those systems.

Designed packaging systems using ArtiosCAD software for safety and protection of heavy duty glass, electronic parts, Computers, pharmaceuticals, nutriceuticals, and perishable and non-perishable products. Responsible for making and fabricating package designs. Lead projects for cost effective packaging systems. Worked with numerous packaging companies to have an understanding of Green Cell Foam and in the development of packaging designs. In-house tested packaging materials and assisted outside testing facilities with validations of packaging systems, both thermal and for shock and vibration. Sampled Green Cell Foam and fabricated intricate designs for customers. Implemented quality control procedures during the manufacturing process. Meetings with production and development teams to implement production strategies and processes. Responsible for analyzing and interpreting test data. Attended and spoke at meetings and seminars. Responsible for analyzing designs in terms of protection and transportation of products. Inventory control of the packaging foam. Development and maintenance of company website.