Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Jonathon Ragan

Searcy,AR

Summary

Team Leader experienced in directing activities of workgroups. Develops strategies, provides training, sets goals and obtains team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. Problem solver, networker and consensus builder.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead/Foundry Operator

Matthews International
10.2019 - Current

Creating green sand castings for memorialization markers and vases from template patterns. Leading a team of three in accomplishing daily production goals, training team members to complete daily production in a timely and efficient manner, and meeting internal customer quality goals.

  • Improved team productivity by implementing efficient strategies to accomplishing production quotas.
  • Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching and opportunities to take part in all the process in making a quality casting.
  • Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.

Enviromental Sales Specialist

Eclipse Enviromental
01.2016 - 01.2018

Assisted in finding storage locations for hazmat materials while adhering to Local, State, and Federal laws. Contacted upwards to 35 potential clients and continuous follow-ups with existing clients.

  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans.
  • Built strong client relationships through consistent communication and effective problem solving.
  • Exceeded sales targets by consistently meeting and surpassing monthly quotas.
  • Expanded customer base with targeted prospecting and lead generation efforts.
  • Managed sales pipeline effectively, prioritizing tasks to maximize revenue potential.

Quality Assurance Specialist

Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A
09.2008 - 11.2011

Quality intake regarding depth, analysis, and penetration of robotic welds from the B24/26 differential production lines, as well as inspecting quality of raw coiled steel and finished rail beds after pressed into form for Hino Motors truck line. Created charts and spreadsheets identifying defected material and create a thorough solution to improving quality products.



  • Improved product quality by implementing rigorous testing procedures and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Conducted thorough audits of manufacturing processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced defects.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing reported issues promptly and providing effective solutions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop robust quality assurance strategies for new products.

Education

Technical Certificate - Computer System Science

Mid-South Community College
West Memphis, AR
05.2007

Skills

  • Employee Training
  • 5S Change-Over
  • Kaizen
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Quality Assurance
  • Leadership and Teamwork Motivation
  • Data Entry
  • Computer Science
  • Financial Assessment
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Decision-Making
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team building

Timeline

Team Lead/Foundry Operator

Matthews International
10.2019 - Current

Enviromental Sales Specialist

Eclipse Enviromental
01.2016 - 01.2018

Quality Assurance Specialist

Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A
09.2008 - 11.2011

Technical Certificate - Computer System Science

Mid-South Community College
Jonathon Ragan