Jason Grimes
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Detail-oriented Production Team Leader recognized for driving quality control and safety initiatives. Committed to enhancing workflows and team productivity through effective personnel management and process optimizations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Team Leader
Linamar
Auburn, IN
04.2018 - Current
- Oversee production workflows, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Mentor team members, enhancing skills and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
- Implement process optimizations, resulting in increased operational efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Coordinate cross-functional communication to streamline production schedules and resolve issues promptly.
- Mentor new employees, providing them with the necessary knowledge and guidance to become effective members of the production team.
- Maintain a clean and well-organized production area to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Evaluate employees' strengths and assign tasks based upon experience and training.
- Maintain open lines of communication with upper management, and report progress updates on key metrics regularly.
- Evaluate employee skills and knowledge regularly. Train and mentor individuals with lagging skills.
Supervisor
Home Depot
Troy, MI
03.2013 - 09.2017
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and efficiency standards.
- Trained and mentored new associates on best practices and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in store operations.
- Managed inventory control, optimizing stock levels to reduce shrinkage and improve availability.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving overall store performance.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.
- Optimized scheduling to ensure full coverage during peak hours without overstaffing, balancing customer service with cost efficiency.
Supervisor
MRF Maintanance
Royal Oak, MI
01.1997 - 05.2013
- Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective contracts, resulting in significant budget savings.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Education
Associate of Science - Data Communications And Networking
Baker College
Flint, MI05-1996
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
Flint, MI05-1994
High School Diploma -
Howe Military School
Howe, IN05-1992
Skills
- Worker training
- Personnel management
- Team motivation
- Work scheduling
- Quality control
- Safety monitoring
- Production planning
Certification
- Leadership Training - 2023
- Electrical Training - 2024
- PLC Training - 2024
- Mechatronics Training - 2024
- CPR Training - 2024
Timeline
Production Team Leader
Linamar
04.2018 - Current
Supervisor
Home Depot
03.2013 - 09.2017
Supervisor
MRF Maintanance
01.1997 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - Data Communications And Networking
Baker College
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
High School Diploma -
Howe Military School