Jason Thompson
Magna International Corporation
Gaylord,MI
13
years of professional experience
Results-driven production professional focused on meeting high standards and delivering measurable outcomes. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic settings. Expertise in process optimization and quality control, ensuring reliable, high-quality production.
Work History
Production Supervisor
2 Years 5 Months- Managed team of 28 production associates, ensuring adherence to production schedules and meeting all deadlines.
- Supervised operators to maintain safety, quality, and output across molding and packaging lines.
- Directed daily production schedules to align staffing, material flow, and machine availability.
- Trained team members on work instructions, equipment operation, and quality standards.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives, ensuring team proficiency in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks for operational consistency.
- Monitored scrap, downtime, and defects to identify areas for efficiency improvement and waste reduction.
- Coordinated changeovers, startup checks, and process adjustments to support consistent production.
- Collaborated with maintenance and quality teams to resolve equipment issues and product nonconformance.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
Warehouse Worker
9 Months- Pulled customer orders and staged products for timely pickup and delivery.
- Facilitated order fulfillment by efficiently gathering requested items for customers,, unloading/loading trucks, inventory.
- Loaded and unloaded tire shipments, organizing inventory to enhance warehouse flow.
- Inspected incoming tires for damage, size accuracy, and order compliance.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse aisles, storage areas, and workstations for safe operations.
FedEx Delivery Driver
9 Months- Delivering packages, driving delivery truck, Obtained Mdot medical card to ensure compliance with transportation regulations. Using handheld scanner.
- Delivered packages safely using handheld scanner and route manifest.
- Navigated assigned routes while maintaining timely, accurate deliveries.
- Delivered packages to customers' doorsteps and business offices.
- Collected customer signatures and confirmed package receipt details.
- Inspected vehicle before departures to verify roadworthiness and compliance.
- Loaded cargo efficiently to maximize space and prevent damage.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
Meat Manager
1 Year 8 Months- Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing daily operations of the meat department, consistently meeting targets for sales growth and customer satisfaction.
- Supervised meat department operations, ensuring proper cutting, packaging, and merchandising standards.
- Managed fresh meat inventory, rotating stock to maintain quality and reduce spoilage.
- Trained associates on slicing equipment, food safety, and department procedures.
- Enforced sanitation and temperature controls to meet food safety requirements.
- Coordinated ordering and receiving to keep preferred cuts and service cases stocked.
- Resolved customer requests for custom cuts, special orders, and product recommendations.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, fostering strong relationships and promoting repeat business through excellent service experiences.
- Collaborated with store management to develop successful promotional strategies for meat department offerings.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance and recommendations on meat selections.
- Conducted regular quality control checks on incoming shipments, ensuring only the freshest meats were offered to customers.
Foreman/Supervisor
3 Years 10 Months- Monitored work quality, corrected deficiencies, and enforced compliance with safety procedures and project specifications.
- Inspected work quality and corrected issues to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Documented job progress, labor needs, and site conditions for leadership review.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
Meat Processor
3 Years 2 Months- Cut, trim, and portion meat products to specification using knives, saws, grinders, and slicers.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Inspected products for quality, freshness, and compliance with food safety standards.
- Prepared special customer orders, following requested cuts, weights, and packaging instructions.
- Maintained clean, sanitized workstations, equipment, and cutting tools throughout shift.
- Monitored inventory levels and notified management of shortages, spoilage, or waste concerns.
- Stocked cases with properly labeled products, ensuring accurate rotation and presentation.
Education
High school diploma
Skills
Supervising Experience
Production Planning
Production Management
Manufacturing
5S methodology
Meat Cutting
Food Processing
Quality Assurance
Lean Manufacturing
Management
Plant Management
Customer service
Shipping & Receiving
Computer literacy
Load & unload
Leadership
Mobile app management
Injection molding
Team collaboration
Sanitation
Operational efficiency
Inventory management
Microsoft Excel
Communication skills
Staff development
Logistics coordination
Material handling
Route optimization
Logistics experience
Data entry
Supervising experience
Production assembly
Quality assurance
Production planning
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Magna International Corporation
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Warehouse Worker
Schneider Tire Outlet
08.2023 - 05.2024Read More
FedEx Delivery Driver
FedEx Ground
11.2022 - 08.2023Read More
Meat Manager
Family Fare
03.2021 - 11.2022Read More
Foreman/Supervisor
Mayfair Plastics
05.2017 - 03.2021Read More
Meat Processor
Kroger
03.2014 - 05.2017Read More
Wayne Memorial High School
High school diploma
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