Jason Lass
Maxwell,IA
Summary
Results-driven Senior Team Leader with a strong focus on mentorship and team development, successfully training leaders and guiding interns to secure job placements. Champion of safety initiatives, fostering a culture of safety across departments. Committed to accountability and skill development, leading by example and enhancing team integration with new systems.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Team Leader OV4-1
Burke Corporation
Nevada, Iowa
12.2022 - Current
- Supervised 20 team members on line 4, driving consistent performance and productivity.
- Implemented strategies to improve line efficiency, reducing downtime on ov4-1.
- Facilitated comprehensive training programs for all team members to ensure skill development.
- Collaborated closely with operators for four years, gaining extensive knowledge of oven line processes.
- Conducted daily quality checks and maintained accurate paperwork to support seamless operations.
- Developed equipment centerlining procedures to simplify maintenance for operators and maintenance staff.
- Participated in RCSU initiatives to ensure timely starts and more efficient changeovers.
Senior Team Leader Grindroom 1st Shift Plant 2
Burke Corporation
Nevada, Iowa
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Opened grindroom at Plant 2, ensuring operational readiness for production.
- Managed daily operations of new process, achieving higher efficiency compared to Plant 1.
- Established efficient processes with experienced staff, training new team members for seamless integration.
- Conducted targeted training sessions for team members, improving overall skills and operational performance.
- Acquired knowledge on equipment operation and conducted comprehensive training for the team.
- Collaborated with contractors to integrate new equipment and facilitate operational learning.
- Implemented safety measures, working closely with contractors to complete projects efficiently.
- Oversaw daily paperwork, quality checks, and maintained up-to-date payroll records.
Senior Team Leader Grindroom 2nd SHift
Burke Corporation
Nevada, IA
05.2018 - 10.2020
- Supervised 26 team members in grindroom and spiceroom, driving consistent performance and collaboration.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring adherence to schedules and efficient raw material rotation for production continuity.
- Ensured accuracy of quality checks, paperwork, and payroll on a daily basis.
- Conducted training sessions for all team members to enhance skill development.
- Collaborated with first shift supervisor to synchronize processes between shifts.
- Streamlined operations, enhancing accountability and fostering a culture of responsibility among team members.
- Oversaw proper usage of raw materials to maintain product freshness.
- Facilitated timely completion of tasks to meet production goals.
Grindroom Trainer
Burke Corporation
Nevada, Iowa
05.2014 - 05.2018
- Gained comprehensive knowledge of all positions within grindroom to support team versatility.
- Trained new employees and cross-trained operators on equipment usage to enhance operational capability.
- Filled in for supervisor during absences, maintaining continuity of operations and supporting team efficiency.
- Assumed operator responsibilities during shifts to maintain productivity. during staffing shortages.
- Conducted refresher training sessions for all grindroom personnel.
Formulation Grinder Operator
Burke Corporation
Nevada, IA
06.2012 - 05.2014
- Operated and managed Wolfking grinder in east cell, ensuring optimal performance and consistent product quality.
- Supervised four team members, ensuring adherence to schedules and achieving efficiency goals.
- Monitored production schedules and adjusted operations, minimizing downtime and improving workflow.
- Achieved daily targets to prevent delays in grindroom and oven lines.
- Set up equipment and monitored parts for wear and tear, ensuring functionality.
Spice Tech
Burke Corporation
Nevada, Iowa
03.2009 - 06.2012
- Trained new team members in spiceroom, enhancing team readiness across first and second shifts.
- Compiled spice orders for grindroom, ensuring timely preparation of emulsions.
- Conducted weekly cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Managed schedules independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong self-motivation and reliability.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Marshall High School
State Center, IA05-2001
Skills
- Production scheduling
- Process improvement
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Training program design
- Performance monitoring
- Team leadership
- Leadership
- Coaching and development
- Clear communication
- Problem resolution
- Strategic decision-making
Certification
- SLD Training
- Dale Carnegie Leadership
Timeline
Senior Team Leader OV4-1
Burke Corporation
12.2022 - Current
Senior Team Leader Grindroom 1st Shift Plant 2
Burke Corporation
10.2020 - 12.2022
Senior Team Leader Grindroom 2nd SHift
Burke Corporation
05.2018 - 10.2020
Grindroom Trainer
Burke Corporation
05.2014 - 05.2018
Formulation Grinder Operator
Burke Corporation
06.2012 - 05.2014
Spice Tech
Burke Corporation
03.2009 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
West Marshall High School