Open To Work
Jason Plaster
Hartselle,AL
Work Preference
Summary
Detail-oriented engineering professional specializing in tooling design and manufacturing process improvement. Enhanced production efficiency and quality through collaboration and effective work instruction development. Experienced in managing bills of materials and ensuring compliance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Aide Sr Spec
Lockheed Martin
01.2024 - Current
- Designed basic tooling, fixtures, and equipment to support manufacturing operations
- Created and modified manufacturing work instructions and standard operating procedures, enhancing production efficiency
- Collaborated with team members to refine manufacturing work instructions, elevating overall quality
- Maintained manufacturing bill of materials to ensure accuracy and compliance
Senior Specialist
Lockheed Martin
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Designed tooling and equipment to support manufacturing needs, enhancing overall productivity and efficiency
- Trained technicians to properly handle and install ordnance, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations
- Provided daily schedule updates on production builds, enabling effective planning and resource allocation
- Collaborated with team members to improve manufacturing work instructions, enhancing quality and reducing errors
Integration Support of Prototype Hypersonic Missile
Insight Global
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Coordinated with engineering team to enhance drawings and processes, improving quality and supporting project objectives.
- Installed ordnance and identified discrepancies in technical documents, ensuring compliance with specifications and regulatory standards.
- Assembled subassemblies and completed final integration of missile assemblies, contributing to overall project timelines.
Engineering Technician
Accurate Machine & Tooling
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Created detailed work instructions and streamlined processes, which reduced errors and enhanced efficiency
- Identified root causes and suggested improvements to processes, methods, and designs, leading to enhanced quality and reduced waste
- Coached production team and implemented training programs that increased output and quality
Coatings Supervisor
MACRO Inc.
01.2015 - 06.2017
- Monitored production operations for compliance with specifications and coatings tolerances, ensuring high-quality output and regulatory compliance
- Reviewed product against D.O.D specifications, customer requirements, and company standards, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards
- Trained support staff in composite initiatives and processes, facilitating knowledge transfer and skill development
Education
Associate of Science - Advanced Manufacturing in Design Technology/Engineering
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, ALSkills
- Work instructions
- Manufacturing process optimization
- Bill of materials
- Quality control
- Lean manufacturing
- Attention to detail
- Analytical problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Advanced manufacturing expertise
Certification
- Current Secret Clearance
- OSHA 10
Timeline
Engineering Aide Sr Spec
Lockheed Martin
01.2024 - Current
Senior Specialist
Lockheed Martin
01.2023 - 01.2024
Integration Support of Prototype Hypersonic Missile
Insight Global
08.2021 - 01.2023
Engineering Technician
Accurate Machine & Tooling
06.2017 - 08.2021
Coatings Supervisor
MACRO Inc.
01.2015 - 06.2017
Associate of Science - Advanced Manufacturing in Design Technology/Engineering
Calhoun Community College