JASON STUART
Marblemount
Summary
Results-driven manufacturing leader with 15+ years managing high-volume production operations. Proven expertise in Lean manufacturing, process standardization, and workforce planning. Developed high-performing teams through targeted training and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and productivity. Led organizational change and implemented sustainable process improvements, serving as a trusted partner to senior leadership.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Production Manager
Silfab Solar
Burlington, WA
10.2024 - Current
- Provided operational leadership and support for a manufacturing operation consisting of 8 Production Supervisors and more than 300 employees across multiple production lines and all shifts, ensuring safe, efficient, and consistent execution of daily operations.
- Co-developed and implemented Leader Standard Work for Stringer Leads and Supervisors, enhancing accountability and standardization across leadership roles.
- Designed and implemented end-of-shift checklists that improved shift handoffs, reduced communication gaps, and increased operational efficiency.
- Partnered with the Lead Framer Operator to develop and standardize operator training, improving onboarding, skill development, and process consistency.
- Implemented 5S organization systems on production lines, improving tool availability, workplace organization, and operational readiness.
- Directed Rework team, establishing clear performance expectations and communication strategies to effectively reduce No-Good String inventory for year-end reconciliation.
- Collaborated with Human Resources and cross-functional teams on staffing, workforce planning, resource allocation, and employee development to support production goals.
- Cultivated partnerships with Production, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and HR to address operational challenges and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives.
- Served as a trusted operational partner to the Production Manager, overseeing day-to-day production activities while supporting strategic initiatives and leadership development across the organization.
Production Supervisor
Optiforms
Temecula, CA
04.2009 - 05.2024
- Supervised team of 20+ employees, providing guidance and support that enhanced productivity and production outcomes
- Developed and implemented production schedules and monitored progress of production goals to ensure timely completion.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize workflow processes while reducing costs associated with waste management
- Developed team through coaching and training sessions on equipment operations, strengthening staff expertise and performance
- Enforced safety and sanitation regulations according to plant policies and procedures and general housekeeping to drive operations.
- Conferred with management, co-workers, and subordinates to resolve problems, utilizing effective communication and problem-solving techniques to address personnel conflicts
- At Optiforms we manufactured military components for Infrared Detection Systems. Our primary customers included Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, L3 and FLIR.
Warehouse Associate
Express Pipe and Supply
Hemet, CA
01.2007 - 04.2009
- Loaded and unloaded trucks safely using pallet jacks and other equipment to facilitate timely transport of goods
- Pulled and prepared product for shipment, verifying exact number and type of product before loading and shipping.
- Efficiently operated forklift to move materials around the warehouse.
- Replenished shelves with incoming stock orders and conducted daily spot checks on inventory to ensure stock accuracy
- Tracked inventory movements using computerized systems and conducted regular physical inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels
Field Operation Supervisor
Scorpion Backhoe
Hemet, CA
05.2005 - 11.2007
- Oversaw day-to-day operations at Scorpion Backhoe, managing scheduling of equipment transportation across jobsites for a fleet of 13 backhoes, 2 bulldozers, water trucks, dump trucks, and excavators.
- Supervised daily operations of field personnel, managing sales figures and labor costs while assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and evaluating performance.
- Developed crew schedules, delegated tasks, and monitored progress to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Coordinated planning, scheduling, and execution of multiple complex projects to ensure timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
- Inspected work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications were met.
- Conducted regular progress meetings with clients to ensure satisfaction with services and successful completion of their projects according to specifications.
- Developed comprehensive plans for emergency response scenarios involving hazardous materials or equipment failure.
- Served as a liaison between field personnel and corporate management, providing feedback on policy changes or initiatives.
Education
Associate of Arts(A.A.) -
Mt. San Jacinto Junior College
San JacintoSkills
- Production Management
- Manufacturing Experience
- Process improvement
- Inventory Control
- Team Management
- Training & Development
- Problem Resolution
- Leadership Experience
Certification
- OSHA First Responder Operations Training #1249
- Internal Auditor for ISO9001:2015
- Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen Project Training Program
- Leadership, Team-Building and Coaching Skills for Managers
Awards
Bravo! Award, Recognition Award
Timeline
Assistant Production Manager
Silfab Solar
10.2024 - Current
Production Supervisor
Optiforms
04.2009 - 05.2024
Warehouse Associate
Express Pipe and Supply
01.2007 - 04.2009
Field Operation Supervisor
Scorpion Backhoe
05.2005 - 11.2007
Associate of Arts(A.A.) -
Mt. San Jacinto Junior College