07/03/2024
Meet Jerry, a dedicated and passionate member of the Hoffmaster family whose career in manufacturing began in the summer of 1988, right out of high school. Jerry’s journey is a testament to hard work, continuous learning, and seizing opportunities.
Starting his career running a lamination machine, Jerry quickly discovered his love for seeing a product through from start to finish. His early challenge of running three plate formers on the night shift honed his skills and set the stage for a fulfilling career.
Throughout his career, Jerry has embraced various roles, from running solid color napkins and tablecover machines to taking on the challenge of an 8-color Flexo placemat machine. His transition to a Tech role allowed him to leverage his love for working and fixing machines, leading to a natural progression to night shift Team Lead and later day shift Team Lead.
Jerry’s journey took a significant turn when he joined Hoffmaster. Despite initial nerves and uncertainty, Jerry embraced the change, moving to Appleton and starting a new chapter at Hoffmaster. His hard work and persistence paid off as he climbed the ranks, from Plate Former Lead to Plant Lead, and finally to B Shift Rotation Shift Manager.
Jerry's dedication to creating a safe and positive culture at Hoffmaster has been unwavering. He continues to work diligently with his team to promote a supportive and collaborative environment.
"Hoffmaster has truly been a blessing to me and my family. It has provided me with many great life lessons and skills. Working hard and growing as a worker as well as a person has been my greatest takeaway. My goal is to continue to work hard and be a positive influence on those around me, to lead by example and with integrity."
Thank you, Jerry, for your incredible dedication and contributions to Hoffmaster. Your journey is inspiring!