Jason Trenton
Hagerstown,MD
Summary
Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style.
Seasoned Production Manager successful at achieving production goals on consistent basis. Highly organized, forward-thinking and creative in handling normal and challenging production problems. Known for great leadership and attention to detail.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1996
1996
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Production and Quality Manager
Hub Labels Inc
Hagerstown, MD
03.2025 - Current
- Managed production schedules to complete labeling projects on time, minimizing delays.
- Supervised team members to uphold quality standards, resulting in consistent output.
- Collaborated with quality assurance to resolve production issues promptly.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety guidelines.
- Facilitated cross-department communication to streamline workflow and enhance collaboration.
- Led a production team of 31 members, overseeing daily operations and productivity.
- Improved quality non conformance dollar amount to a .69% of sales, lowest non conformance dollar amount in over 5 years.
- Enhanced HOP metrics across multiple press platforms to optimize production efficiency. across multiple press platforms.
Scheduling Manager
Hub Labels Inc
Hagerstown, MD
01.2020 - 03.2025
- Developed and maintained scheduling software to enhance data tracking accuracy.
- Developed and maintained scheduling systems to ensure efficient workflow.
- Coordinated production team schedules to optimize workflow.
- Reviewed schedules regularly to ensure alignment with production goals.
- Managed resources and personnel to meet daily operational demands.
- Implemented changes to scheduling processes to increase responsiveness.
- Maintained on time delivery percentage of 97% for over 2 years, best ongoing percentage of OTD in over 5 years.
Press Operator
Hub Labels Inc
Hagerstown, MD
04.1996 - 01.2020
- Had highest HOP press number for 4 straight years of press operations.
- Lowest make ready percentage on 3 different press platforms for over 10 years, Digital, MPS, and Aquaflex.
- Operated printing presses to produce labels according to specifications.
- Digital printing and inline flexo print on 10”-20” printing presses.
- 2-12 color water base, UV, digital printing including Gallus, Aquaflex, MPS presses.
- Loaded materials into the press, ensuring accurate alignment and setup.
- Troubleshot press when product defects occurred and immediately remedied issues.
- Maintained equipment by performing regular inspections and minor repairs.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment use and safety procedures.
- Followed written instructions from supervisor for production jobs.
- Maintain detailed logs of work performed including timesheets and materials used.
- Worked closely with team members to facilitate effective communication and coordination.
- smooth production flow and quality control.
Education
Boonsboro High School
Boonsboro, MDSkills
- Production scheduling
- Quality control
- Safety protocols including SHARP certification and MOSH standards
- Resource management
- Color management skills
- Color management processes including G7 certifications and SGS standards
- Production management
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- SOP development
- Workflow optimization
- Team supervision
- Training and development
- Press operation and maintenance
- Digital press operation
- Press operation
Timeline
Production and Quality Manager
Hub Labels Inc
03.2025 - Current
Scheduling Manager
Hub Labels Inc
01.2020 - 03.2025
Press Operator
Hub Labels Inc
04.1996 - 01.2020
Boonsboro High School