Jared Moss
Bloomfield
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with the ability to learn quickly and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Continuous Improvement Tech.
Pella Corp.
04.2021 - Current
- Facilitated Kaizen events that engaged employees in brainstorming sessions aimed at identifying waste reduction strategies.
- Optimized material flow through strategic layout planning, reducing handling time and improving overall throughput capacity.
- Trained new team members on continuous improvement techniques, fostering a culture of ongoing development.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles.
- Provided technical support during equipment installations or upgrades, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems.
- Assisted management in setting realistic goals for performance improvements by analyzing historical data trends and benchmarking against industry standards.
- Implemented 5S principles to maintain an organized workspace that streamlined operations while promoting safety.
Quality Technician
Pella Windows
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Sampled materials and products to conduct in-depth measurements and tests.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards by conducting regular audits and updating quality control procedures as needed.
- Inspected manufactured parts by reviewing visually and assessing dimensions.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving quality-related complaints in a timely manner.
Production Line Leader
Pella Windows
05.2010 - 09.2018
- Followed good manufacturing processes (GMPs).
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents, ensuring a secure environment for all team members.
- Prioritized employee safety to reduce incidents.
- Maintained high-quality standards by closely monitoring production line outputs and identifying areas for improvement.
- Resolved conflicts among team members professionally, helping maintain a positive working atmosphere conducive to productivity enhancement efforts.
- Inspected products on specific cycle depending on complexity level or design for production.
- Supervised production staff of 22.
- Utilized lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste, optimize resources, and enhance operational efficiency.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Established clear performance metrics that aligned with company objectives, enabling accurate evaluation of team success over time.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
- Served as a mentor to junior team members, fostering professional development and encouraging career advancement within the organization.
- Managed staff scheduling efficiently to ensure adequate coverage across all shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
Utility Operator
Pella Windows
09.2001 - 05.2010
- Promoted teamwork among staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high productivity levels.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through thorough handover briefings, ensuring continuity in plant operations.
- Trained new employees on proper operating procedures, ensuring a consistent level of quality across all shifts.
- Streamlined communication among team members with clear and concise task assignments for efficient daily operations.
- Continuously sought opportunities for process improvement, sharing insights and recommendations with management to drive operational excellence.
- Kept work area clean, neat, and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Davis County High School
Bloomfield, IA05.1999
Skills
- Computer skills
- 5S methodology
- Coaching and mentoring
- Customer focus
- Standard work
- Production planning
- Waste elimination
- Process improvement solutions
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
Timeline
Continuous Improvement Tech.
Pella Corp.
04.2021 - Current
Quality Technician
Pella Windows
09.2018 - 04.2021
Production Line Leader
Pella Windows
05.2010 - 09.2018
Utility Operator
Pella Windows
09.2001 - 05.2010
High School Diploma -
Davis County High School
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