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Jonathan Martin

Mian,Indiana

Summary

Team-oriented [Industry] leader with proven leadership and motivational skills successful in helping group members achieve business goals. Respectful and clear communicator focused on enhancing teamwork and collaboratively addressing challenges with logical approaches. Skilled in building relationships and enhancing employee satisfaction to drive work performance. Safety-conscious individual comfortable lifting, pushing and pulling material weighing up to [Number] pounds. Dedicated to producing products of consistent quality. Excellent time management, organizational and written and verbal communication skills. Made recommendations, plans and suggestions to promote continuous improvement on production line.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Shell Line Group Leader

Batesville Casket Company
06.2018 - Current

I volunteered to take the role as Shell Line Group Leader after some unforeseen circumstances. I once again immersed my self in the role learning all aspects of the department and utilizing my leadership skills and learned continuous improvement training to makeit successful and more efficient . I have also trained in other departments to help cover when other Group Leaders are off with similar successes maintain line efficiency and integrity.

  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Resolved conflict quickly to limit operational disruption and maintain positive, productive working environments.
  • Supported staff with developing professional skills and abilities, uplifting team performance.
  • Attended staff development meetings and workshops and applied information from those events into daily activities.
  • Delegated tasks strategically and monitored progress for timely completion.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
  • Monitored team performance to identify productivity improvement opportunities.
  • Prepared, calibrated, and monitored production levels to achieve targets.
  • Reviewed daily requirements and forecasts and delegated work for optimal coverage.
  • Developed and implemented performance monitoring systems to track team progress.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.

Cap Line Group Leader

Batesville Casket Company
03.2014 - 06.2018

After taking a temporary learning role to the Fabrication Department I was asked if I would be interested in advancing my career as a Group Leader. I accepted the role as Cap Line Group Leader and immersed my self learning and and honing my leadership skills and learning how to manage my line utilizing my continuous improvement training and implementing them in my department.

  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Resolved conflict quickly to limit operational disruption and maintain positive, productive working environments.
  • Delegated tasks strategically and monitored progress for timely completion.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
  • Monitored team performance to identify productivity improvement opportunities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to maintain project progress.
  • Reviewed daily requirements and forecasts and delegated work for optimal coverage.
  • Developed and implemented performance monitoring systems to track team progress.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
  • Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.

Large Press Team Leader

Batesville Casket Company
03.2001 - 03.2014

I became the Large Press Team Leader and strive to be the best at the position . I made it my passion the learn and absorb as much knowledge in this role. I learned Kaizen and lean principles through out my time as the Team Leader through many continuous improvement assignments wether though events or my three month assignment in the continuous improvement department . With my hard work and dedication and loyalty I was asked and served as a Temporary Group Leader on several occasions due to unforeseen circumstances and excelled in the day to day operations of the Stamping Plant

  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Trained employees on [Product or Service] and assigned duties.
  • Maintained team flexibility and embraced change to adapt within dynamic markets.
  • Oversaw day-to-day activities of [Number] employees in [Type] establishment, fostering inspiring atmosphere to optimize employee experiences.
  • Led team by answering complex customer questions and mentoring personnel one-on-one.
  • Applied lean manufacturing practices to coordinate production output and inventory levels.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
  • Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
  • Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Boosted team performance by developing customer service training materials and conducting service training.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.

Stamping Press Operator

Batesville Casket Company
09.1993 - 03.2001

I started at the Stamping Plant as a small press department operator and learned all this skills in that department before transferring the large press department . Once I became a large press operator I mastered every position and gain knowledge to help me transition in to my next roll in the Stamping Plant as a Team Leader through my hard work ethic.

  • Followed safety protocols to reduce operating risks on press machinery.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
  • Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
  • Troubleshot press malfunctions and performed necessary repairs to restore functionality.
  • Promptly removed completed loads from press.
  • Performed regular maintenance and cleaning activities to keep machines in good working condition.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from machines to be processed.
  • Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
  • Set appropriate stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule, or template.
  • Verified accuracy of settings and adjusted controls, conforming with customer specifications.
  • Prevented excess waste of product or components by performing frequent inspections.

Lance Corporal

United States Marine Corps Reserve
09.1992 - 09.1996

I Joined the Marine Corps to serve in capacity to help our country maintain a safe and stable country. If there was ever a need to defend our country I was ready for the task. I was assigned to a communications unit as a motor transport Driver/Mechanic. I enjoyed every minute I was able to spend with my fellow Marines. I was also proud to serve in a volunteer capacity with the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program for the under privilege children.

  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Dearborn High School
Aurora, IN
05.1991

Skills

  • Quality Control
  • Health and Safety Procedures
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Inventory Control
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Complaint Handling
  • Product Assembly
  • Payroll Administration
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Staff Management
  • Production Management
  • Associate Empowerment
  • Production Tracking
  • Continuous Improvement

Timeline

Shell Line Group Leader

Batesville Casket Company
06.2018 - Current

Cap Line Group Leader

Batesville Casket Company
03.2014 - 06.2018

Large Press Team Leader

Batesville Casket Company
03.2001 - 03.2014

Stamping Press Operator

Batesville Casket Company
09.1993 - 03.2001

Lance Corporal

United States Marine Corps Reserve
09.1992 - 09.1996

High School Diploma -

South Dearborn High School
Jonathan Martin