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Riordan Manufacturing

Performance Review

Employee Name: Gilbert Lofaro Job Title: Programmer/Analyst Department: Informaiton Services Review Period Start: 9/19/2003 Review Period End: 9/19/2004 Last Review Date: 9/18/2003 Reviewer Name: Dirk Kort Reviewer Title: Manager, IT Services PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES Analytical Skills Exceeds job requirements Gilbert manages to smoothly synthesize highly complex and diverse information. He is a strong researcher, using his broad scope of knowledge to assemble relevant information. His analysis integrates his intuition and experience to complement the hard data. He displays a keen ability to identify dependencies as well as cause and effect relationships. Gilbert has designed innovative and effective workflows and procedures. Initiative Meets job requirements Gilbert is quick to volunteer whenever others need help. On his own initiative, he frequently undertakes self-development activities. He often seeks out additional responsibilities beyond the normal scope of his job. Gilbert has a good sense of when he may need assistance and does not wait too long to ask for it. He exercises a reasonable degree of risk taking in the performance of his work. Gilbert looks for and takes advantage of opportunities. Job Knowledge Meets job requirements Gilbert demonstrates a high level of competency in the skills and knowledge required. He learns and applies new skills quickly. He does an excellent job of keeping himself updated about current developments in his field and he needs a minimal amount of supervision to fulfill his responsibilities. Gilbert displays a good understanding of how his job relates to other jobs. He effectively uses the resources and tools available to him. Planning & Organization Meets job requirements Gilbert is very good at prioritizing and planning his work. He rarely incurs problems in smoothly integrating changes into existing plans. He sets specific, ambitious goals and objectives for himself. Gilbert is very well organized. He plans and organizes his time efficiently and he plans ahead for additional resources. Problem Solving Exceeds job requirements Gilbert identifies the existence of problems quickly. He is skilled at gathering and analyzing information from multiple sources. He addresses problem solving situations by analyzing options and developing several alternative solutions. Gilbert resolves or minimizes problems by addressing them in their early stages. In group situations, he contributes actively to help solve

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problems. Quality Meets job requirements The work Gilbert produces is usually highly accurate and thorough. He regularly displays his commitment to excellence and he looks for ways to improve quality. Gilbert applies the feedback he receives to improve his performance and he monitors his work to meet quality standards. Teamwork Exceeds job requirements Gilbert does an admirable job of balancing the needs of the team with his individual responsibilities. He exhibits a high degree of openness and objectivity to the views of others. He gives candid, constructive feedback and welcomes it from team members. Gilbert works hard to build a positive team spirit and identity. He keeps the success of the team in the forefront of all his actions. Use of Technology Exceeds job requirements When using technology, Gilbert demonstrates a high level of skill. His efforts to learn and apply new technologies are very successful. His troubleshooting skills enable him to find workable solutions to difficult technical problems. He increases his productivity by applying relevant technological tools and he makes sure to acquire the most current skills relevant to his position. SUMMARY Overall Rating: Exceeds job requirements This review reflects that Gilbert has become an outstanding performer in certain areas of his job. While he always made solid contributions, his recent strides show great progress and effort on his part. DEVELOPMENT PLANS I am recommending that Gilbert consider classes outside of Riordan in supervision and leadership. I think he has the potential to become a very effective leader. EMPLOYEE COMMENTS Employee Acknowledgment I have reviewed this document and discussed the contents with my manager. My signature means that I have been advised of my performance status and does not necessarily imply that I agree with the evaluation. I appreciate Dirk's confidence in me. Gilbert Lofaro / September 2004 Employee Signature/Date REVIEWER COMMENTS We had a good conversation. Dirk Kort / September 2004 Reviewer Signature/Date