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Jason Tarter

Valparaiso,United States

Summary

Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 24 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Cleveland-Cliffs
05.2024 - Current
  • Supervised secondary metallurgy operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.

Senior Operations Supervisor

MP Materials
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Managed daily operation of NdPr metal production pilot plant in Canada.

SHIFT AREA MANAGER

United States Steel Corp.
07.2000 - 12.2023
  • Positions held in the Iron Producing Division, include, Labor(Union), Shift Manager, Operations Planner, Process Engineer, Operations Coordinator, and Shift Area Manager
  • Planning the maintenance for the hot metal ladle fleet and casthouse refractories.
  • Creating a weekly schedule for +/-100 hourly employees.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
  • Led a team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Organize and maintain production managed inventory warehouse.
  • Perform weekly payroll duties to ensure hourly employees are paid correctly.
  • Supervise and direct hourly production and maintenance employees in the preparation and completion of projects, and day to day production activities.
  • Provide weekly safety audits, training, and coaching to hourly employees.
  • Continuously improved operational procedures through ongoing evaluation of existing practices, incorporating feedback from team members and adopting industry best practices.

PARALEGAL

Hoeppner, Wagoner, & Evans
02.1997 - 06.2000
  • Requested, reviewed, and prepared discovery and legal documents for a variety of dierent legal disciplines, including but not limited to, Bankruptcy, Insurance litigation, Worker's Compensation, and Asbestos litigation.

Education

Associate of Science - Paralegal

Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN
12.1993

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Problem-Solving
  • Leadership
  • Team Leadership
  • Operations Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Planning and Implementation

Personal Information

Title: Shift Area Manager

Awards

Received 2012 & 2013 United States Steel Corporation Safety Excellence Award for Hazard Identification and Elimination.

Timeline

Operations Manager

Cleveland-Cliffs
05.2024 - Current

Senior Operations Supervisor

MP Materials
01.2024 - 05.2024

SHIFT AREA MANAGER

United States Steel Corp.
07.2000 - 12.2023

PARALEGAL

Hoeppner, Wagoner, & Evans
02.1997 - 06.2000

Associate of Science - Paralegal

Vincennes University

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