Jason Bell
Eagle Mountain,Utah
Summary
Results-driven operations leader with extensive experience in food manufacturing, excelling in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced productivity and reduced costs, while fostering a culture of safety and compliance. Proven ability to implement effective training programs and operational strategies, ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Aspen copacking
Spanish Fork, Utah
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Assessed and evaluated business procedures and implemented structure to improve day-to-day operations.
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to improve efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock was available at all times.
- Created policies and procedures for improved workflow processes.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
- Identified areas where process improvements could be made resulting in increased productivity.
PLANT MANAGER
Thrivefoods
American fork, UTAH
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed the daily operations of a manufacturing plant with over 200 employees
- Conducted regular safety inspections of the facility to ensure safe working conditions for all personnel
- Built and implemented CI program and lead the continuous improvement culture throughout the leadership team
- Established key metrics and daily tier meetings throughout the operations
- Established and implemented training certification programs
- Assisted in developing and maintaining budget to implement capital projects for plant improvements
- Collaborated cross-functionally to increase focus on product development and enhance profitability
FREEZE DRY OPERATIONS MANAGER
Thrivefoods
American fork, UTAH
03.2016 - 03.2021
- Worked directly with the Engineering team with the start up and commissioning of the commercial freeze driers
- Established and developed all work instructions and SOP's for the freeze dry department
- Hired and trained all employees for the department
- Established all quality controls and procedures for freeze dry food production
- Assisted in onboarding and developing all new products with the R&D department
- Established KPI's and tier boards to drive Safety, Quality, and productivity metrics
- Developed continuous improvement trainings and drove the continuous improvement culture throughout the department
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Thrivefoods
American fork, UTAH
03.2013 - 03.2016
- Managed a team of 20+ employees in the production department
- Trained staff on safety procedures, quality standards, and equipment operation
- Developed detailed daily production schedules to meet customer forecast/demand
- Investigated customer complaints related to production issues and developed corrective actions plans as needed
- Tracked and enforced quality control standards
- Assisted in the development of new products from concept through launch into full-scale manufacturing
- Developed and implemented department KPI's and daily tier boards to track productivity every hour for each production line
- Developed work instructions and standard operating procedures
- Implemented a training/certification program
DISTRIBUTION MANAGER
Shelfreliance
Lindon, UTAH
04.2009 - 03.2012
- Developed SOP's and work instructions for all positions in the department
- Established all KPI's and tracked shipping throughput on tier boards every hour to ensure OTIF goals were achieved
- Trained the department in lean fundamentals to drive a continuous improvement culture and lead kaizens increasing throughput over 50%
- Assisted in developing a picking system throughout all shipping cells reducing picking errors by over 60%
Education
LEO CERT -
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT, US08.2016
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing Processes
- Safety Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Facilities Maintenance
- Project Management
- Cost Reporting
- Schedule Management
- Production Planning
- Operations Management
- Environmental Compliance
- Regulatory Compliance
- Equipment Maintenance
- HACCP
- GMP
- USDA compliance
- Freeze dry Engineering
References
- Strat Roper, Milestone Timberworks, GM Former CI Director, (435) 232-0763, sroper@plmw.com
- Jacob Partida, 3form, VP Of Operations Former VP Of Operations, (801) 608-2439, Jpartida7076@comcast.net
- Aaron Secrist, Now Foods, COO Former Chief Of Operations, (801) 885-1568, absecrist@msn.com
Awards
- Employee of the year 2 years in a row
- Legacy award
Timeline
Director of Operations
Aspen copacking
03.2024 - 03.2025
PLANT MANAGER
Thrivefoods
03.2021 - 03.2024
FREEZE DRY OPERATIONS MANAGER
Thrivefoods
03.2016 - 03.2021
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Thrivefoods
03.2013 - 03.2016
DISTRIBUTION MANAGER
Shelfreliance
04.2009 - 03.2012
LEO CERT -
Utah Valley University
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