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Jason Bernard

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

As a USAF veteran, I bring over two decades of experience in manufacturing and plant operations, demonstrating a consistent track record in enhancing safety, quality, and punctuality in delivery. My expertise in lean manufacturing techniques has led to substantial gains in productivity and cost savings. I possess robust leadership skills, particularly in fostering team growth and achieving operational excellence.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Plant Manager

Upside Innovations
West Chester, OH
01.2023 - 06.2024
  • Aligned plant operations with business objectives and achieved performance targets
  • Developed and executed strategies to enhance efficiency, productivity, and profitability, leading to a 20% yearly revenue growth.
  • Successfully transitioned to a larger facility, achieving an 18.5% increase in revenue and 15% improvement in productivity through the implementation of lean manufacturing principles.
  • Maintained compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
  • Developed and introduced an EHS program, safety committee, and good catch process which led to a substantial decrease in TRIR from 15.8 to 2.42.
  • Implemented ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and obtained certification within 12 months without any significant issues.
  • Implemented and oversaw an internal quality program, ensuring adherence to high standards of production quality
  • Led cross-functional teams in strategic planning and project execution, optimizing plant infrastructure and efficiency through Capex equipment additions
  • Enhanced resource allocation, minimized waste, and efficiently managed budgets
  • Mentored and developed plant staff to foster a culture of continuous improvement, growth, and collaboration
  • Delivered professional training and advanced internal personnel into important positions
  • Managed maintenance, repair, and upgrades of plant machinery to minimize downtime and boost production capabilities
  • Managed supplier relationships and logistics, ensuring smooth production flow and on-time delivery.

Manufacturing Area Manager

SixAxis
Andrews, SC
10.2018 - 01.2023
  • Managed daily operations to enforce company safety policies, meet production schedules, and ensure product quality compliance according to company standards.
  • Effectively controlled costs in the manufacturing department by managing budgets for labor, inventory, and materials
  • Achieved a 25% increase in plant production output by implementing strategic workflow restructuring, lean manufacturing continuous improvement practices, and capital equipment upgrades
  • Led a team consisting of 4 supervisors and over 100 shop floor associates, cultivating a collaborative atmosphere and driving consistent enhancements in productivity by 15% annually.
  • Effectively oversaw the implementation of quality management systems, decreasing external monthly customer field complaints to under 10% while achieving a significant 60% decrease in internal weld/fit-up errors
  • Implemented proactive maintenance program resulting in 30% decrease in machinery downtime and increased equipment lifespans
  • Streamlined product innovation through collaboration with R&D, reducing time-to-market for new products by 20%
  • Established and successfully managed 2nd shift production operations, ensuring smooth workflow and maximizing efficiency.

General Manager

Coastal Fabrications
Wilmington, NC
07.2017 - 10.2018
  • Managed all aspects of the sheet metal fabrication shop's production operations
  • Determined annual production budgets, set product prices, and formulated custom fabrication estimates
  • Analyzed and optimized manufacturing area layout to enhance product flow, equipment utilization, space management, and material storage. Resulted in a 20% boost in productivity and decreased material handling expenses.
  • Streamlined operations by acquiring advanced CNC plasma cutting system and state-of-the-art sheet metal bending equipment
  • Conducted comprehensive training sessions, resulting in a 20% boost in workforce productivity

Small Business Owner

Coastal Steel Service, LLC
Searsport, ME
06.2011 - 05.2017
  • Managed P&L responsibilities and implemented budgetary controls for operations and payroll.
  • Generated work schedules and implemented production plans based on growing business needs
  • Evaluated operations, business, staff, and workflow processes; implemented continuous improvement strategies that effectively minimized waste and optimized profitability.
  • Efficiently met production targets for structural steel fabrications resulting in reduced costs, on-time delivery, and minimal downtime.
  • Developed long term customer relationships resulting in a rapid 30% increase in revenue YOY within the first 5 years.
  • Over the course of 2 years, successfully implemented QC processes that significantly improved production accuracy, resulting in zero quality defects.
  • Responsible for interviewing candidates, conducting training sessions, and evaluating employee performance
  • Oversaw inventory control, facilitated raw material handling efficiency, and managed equipment maintenance
  • Implemented company safety programs to ensure a culture of safety
  • Contributed to the development of precise cost quotes, job estimates, and price quotations for structural steel products.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Kaplan University
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
05.2010

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Plant Operations
  • Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Cost control improvements
  • P&L Management
  • Financial Understanding
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • 5S
  • Gemba
  • Continuous improvement
  • RCA & CAPA
  • Team building
  • Employee development
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Safety management
  • Safety compliance
  • ISO Compliance
  • Quality management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Microsoft Office
  • Inventory management
  • Schedule management
  • Computer Literacy

Accomplishments

  • Leadership in Operational Transformation: Established a continuous improvement team to spearhead operational changes, boosting plant productivity while upholding the utmost safety and quality standards.
    Innovator in Workforce Development: Created specialized training programs for employees and leaders that led to enhanced workflow efficiency and process enhancements.
    Preventative Maintenance Advocate: Instituted a comprehensive machine maintenance schedule for daily, weekly, and quarterly preventative measures, significantly reducing unexpected downtime.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Plant Manager

Upside Innovations
01.2023 - 06.2024

Manufacturing Area Manager

SixAxis
10.2018 - 01.2023

General Manager

Coastal Fabrications
07.2017 - 10.2018

Small Business Owner

Coastal Steel Service, LLC
06.2011 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Kaplan University
Jason Bernard