Jerry Gaff
About Jerry Gaff
Jerry Gaff is a Production Coordinator (Manager) at Berry Plastics, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in production management and process improvement, having previously held roles at Rexam PLC and Owen Illinois.
Current Role at Berry Plastics
Jerry Gaff currently serves as a Production Coordinator (Manager) at Berry Plastics, a position he has held since 2014. In this role, he oversees the plant production scheduling team, which has achieved a 100% on-time in full (OTIF) delivery rate across 19 thermoplastic compression molded closure manufacturing cells. His leadership involves managing a team of 6 direct reports and 85 indirect reports, showcasing his capabilities in team management and operational oversight.
Previous Experience at Berry Plastics
Before his current role, Jerry Gaff worked at Berry Plastics as a Department Supervisor from 2011 to 2014. During this time, he contributed to various operational improvements. His efforts included designing and developing tooling that significantly increased process throughput on the Heat Seal line, resulting in zero customer complaints. He also re-established technical kick-off meetings for sampling and new process projects, which led to a reduction in sampling line time.
Career at Rexam PLC
Jerry Gaff was employed at Rexam PLC as a Production Manager from 2004 to 2011. In this capacity, he successfully reduced manufacturing customer complaints by 50%. He played a crucial role in transitioning the plant's operational schedule from a 12-hour 4 shift rotation to a mixed 8-hour and 12-hour rotation, which improved overall operational efficiency.
Technical Specialist Role at Owen Illinois
From 1992 to 1994, Jerry Gaff worked as a Technical Specialist at Owen Illinois in Constantine, MI. His role involved technical responsibilities that contributed to the company's operational capabilities during his two-year tenure.
Educational Background
Jerry Gaff studied at Purdue University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry from 1973 to 1978. His educational background has provided him with a foundation that supports his professional endeavors in production and operations management.