Results-driven production professional prepared for demanding roles in manufacturing and operations management. Proven track record of enhancing production efficiency and maintaining high-quality standards. Focused on team collaboration and adaptability to changing project needs, with strong skills in process optimization and leadership.
Hi, I’m
Jason Lail
Production Manager
Spindale,NC
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Polk Vocational Sevices
Production Manager
02.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Led a greater than 38% increase in volume during my tenure.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
- Developed a comprehensive training program for new hires, resulting in higher employee retention rates and faster integration into the team.
- Mentored junior staff members on best practices in production management, cultivating a skilled workforce capable of tackling complex challenges.
- Spearheaded process improvements that led to reduced cycle times, increasing output without additional manpower or equipment investment.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and problem-solving among team members.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted developmental plans.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
Polk Vocational Services
Production Supervisor
03.2015 - 02.2019
Job overview
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of 30+ production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
Polk Vocational Services
Quality Control Technician
01.2012 - 03.2015
Job overview
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to address and resolve quality concerns, improving overall product reliability.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
Education
Isothermal Community College Spindale NC
No Degree from Political Science
University Overview
Southwestern Community College Sylva, NC
No Degree from Business Management
University Overview
Skills
- Outstanding communication, written and oral
- Continuous improvement
- Dedication to product quality
- Health and safety compliance
- Quality assurance training
- Logistics
- Supply chain distribution
- Inventory management
- Production scheduling
Timeline
Production Manager
Polk Vocational Sevices
02.2019 - Current
Production Supervisor
Polk Vocational Services
03.2015 - 02.2019
Quality Control Technician
Polk Vocational Services
01.2012 - 03.2015
Isothermal Community College
No Degree from Political Science
Southwestern Community College
No Degree from Business Management
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