Jason Huffman
New Bern
Summary
Extensive experience excelling in process engineering, process knowledge, and team leadership. Proven track record in safety management and operator training, complemented by Six Sigma Green Belt certification. Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills drive operational efficiency and enhance production outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Washing & Screening Operator
GCF
Vanceboro, NC
01.2011 - Current
- Certification on all jobs in the Bleach Plant.
- Certification on light equipment for the Woodyard.
- Participated in multiple learning events.
- No safety incidents in the Bleach Plant during my entire tenure.
- Works safely with fellow team members and management on process breaks, outages, LOTOs, process changes, etc.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Involved in the certification of operators on the Chemical Preparation and Washing & Screening positions.
Process Engineer/Assembly Foreman/Lead Operator
B/S/H/ Home Appliances
New Bern, NC
06.2003 - 04.2009
- Assumed as Lead Operator for cooking plant in June 2003.
- Elevated to Assembly Foreman in November 2004, overseeing production teams of 200 members across multiple shifts.
- Responsible for safety, hitting production numbers, working with operator training, inventory, and management of the run schedule.
- Promoted to Manufacturing Engineer in April 2007, overseeing assembly production operations.
- Achieved Six Sigma Green Belt certification and began studying for Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
- Managed ISO documentation processes, including oversight of work instructions and standard operating procedures.
- Responsible for layout and design of 2008 new cooktop production. Managed proper operator cycle times, building of fixtures for assembly, and working with design engineering for a smooth transition from design to assembly.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Liberty Christian Academy
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Attention to detail
- Focus on improving operations training
- New ideas to improve our training process
- Conflict management with hourly employees
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Troubleshooting
Additional Information
I currently serve as the Local Union President for our mill. My focus with mill management has been on safety, cost savings, negotiating a local contract, and streamlining the grievance process. While this is a work in progress, I will continue working with management to achieve what is best for our mill.
Timeline
Washing & Screening Operator
GCF
01.2011 - Current
Process Engineer/Assembly Foreman/Lead Operator
B/S/H/ Home Appliances
06.2003 - 04.2009
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Liberty Christian Academy