JASON BOUTHILLIER
Calgary
Summary
Operations professional with proven track record in optimizing processes and driving efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration, strategic planning, and achieving measurable results. Adept at adapting to changing needs and leading cross-functional teams. Skilled in project management, process improvement, and resource allocation. Dependable and results-driven, known for enhancing operational performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Calgary Manufacturing
CoolIT Systems
05.2023 - Current
- Oversee Manufacturing, Maintenance and Facilities operations of a 113,000 Sq/Ft Manufacturing Facility, managing 5 production lines and cross-functional teams across Manufacturing, Manufacturing Test, Facilities, EHS, and Project Engineering.
- Increased Production capacity across all product lines resulting in an average increase of 300%.
- Lead a diverse leadership team including 2 Production Managers, Maintenance and Facilities Manager, EHS Manager, Manufacturing Test Manager, and Sr. Project Engineer to execute strategic initiatives and deliver results across operations.
- Partner with executive leadership to shape long-term manufacturing strategy, aligning operational capabilities with company growth targets and market demands.
- Lead the annual operations planning process, including budgeting, capacity forecasting, and resource allocation to support strategic business objectives.
- Direct daily activities across 3 facilities, ensuring smooth and safe operations, adherence to maintenance schedules, and implementation of capital projects aligned with growth objectives.
- Champion a safety-first-culture, analyzing EHS performance metrics and injury trends to implement corrective actions and reduce workplace incidents.
- Identify opportunities for vertical integration, insourcing, and automation to strengthen operational control and reduce external dependencies.
- Coordinate cross-department collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to drive product quality, compliance, and delivery performance.
- Monitor production KPIs and operational dashboards to proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks, quality issues, and inefficiencies.
- Guide facility upgrades and equipment installations, leveraging project engineering expertise to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Strengthen preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce equipment downtime and extend asset life.
- Introduce structured lean manufacturing initiatives, driving process improvements, waste reduction, and cost savings across multiple departments.
- Align production resources to support changing customer demands, ensuring agile manufacturing capabilities and consistent delivery performance.
- Promote leadership development and accountability through coaching and mentoring of direct reports and high-potential team members.
- Ensure clear and consistent communication between front-line supervisors, departmental managers, and executive leadership to maintain alignment and operational transparency.
- Guide data-driven decisions through the implementation and analysis of operational dashboards, performance metrics, and trend analysis.
Operations Manager
Standens IMT
06.2021 - Current
- Manage manufacturing operations consisting of over 250 employees over 2 shifts, in 250,000sq/ft of manufacturing space.
- Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives in efforts to reduce waste throughout manufacturing processes.
- Implement 5S practices throughout manufacturing work cells.
- Review Injury trends and implement corrective actions to remove and reduce hazards, resulting in a 30% reduction of recordable injuries.
- Work closely with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance and Safety departments to ensure all processes are defined as documented in a safe manner.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
- Reviewed shift reports to understand current numbers and trends and make adjustments as necessary.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
- Collaborated with process owners to refine procedures, devise best practices and correct quality audit findings.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Supported top-level decision-making and strategy planning, forging productive relationships with top leaders.
- Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
- Developed and optimized organizational systems to boost efficiency and keep operations scalable and agile for changing demands.
- Demonstrated exceptional knowledge of process optimization in relation to profit and loss.
- Developed and launched Manufacturing Scrap-Reduction Program, reducing scrap by 2.52%. Resulting in YoY savings of $933,983.
- Increased production efficiency resulting in elimination of 3 day production shift while maintaining output - resulted in savings of $850,000 per year.
- Implemented Glove Exchange program reducing waste in glove usage, resulting in a $50,000 savings.
Production Manager
Xact Engineered Manufacturing Solutions
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Manage, train and develop team of more than 60 employees.
- Defined manufacturing performance standards and reviewed outcome of performance goals to set future targets.
- Cultivated effective partnerships with engineering, marketing, sales and customer support staff.
- Recommended and executed quality improvements for production and product quality.
- Overcame obstacles and variables to maintain production efficiency, meet deadlines and achieve high levels of profitability.
- Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive production schedules.
- Designed and implemented new production schedule to reduce loss in labor and inventory.
- Applied lean practices to balance workflow and eliminate unnecessary steps.
Production Manager
Oil Lift Technology
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Established and maintained clear production procedures, job roles and quality assurance guidelines.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Conducted performance reviews to identify and rectify areas for improvement.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates and inventory levels to determine product availability.
- Implemented root cause and corrective actions to remove production constraints and improve product quality.
- Managed all areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and process implementation.
- Contributed to new plant startup and implementation of processes for manufacturing, shipping and receiving and inventory management.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees and worked with Human Resources to meet changing production schedules.
Production Supervisor
Oil Lift Technology
07.2015 - 12.2019
- Manage, train and develop team of more than 15 employees.
- Promote and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Increased output of manufacturing by 50%, increased productivity by 40%
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment efficiency, reviewing materials supplies and organizing manpower.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Production Lead Hand
Oil Lift Technology
08.2010 - 07.2015
- Oversee and assist in production for hydraulic drive and blow out preventer assembly and testing processes.
- Leading the production stations and providing technical guidance and leadership.
- Working directly with management and planning teams to ensure on time delivery.
- Adhere to strict standards of quality and safety to maintain safe work practices and achieve on time delivery.
- Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Education
Professional Management, Business Administration - Management And Business
University of Calgary
Calgary Alberta12.2022
Lean Manufacturing - Lean Manufacturing Systems
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky04.2015
High School Diploma -
James Fowler High School | Calgary Board of Education
Calgary, AB06.2006
Skills
- Quality Assurance Standards and Training
- Operations management
- Production Optimization
- Manufacturing Management
- Safety and compliance
- Production planning
- Strong leadership abilities
- Root Cause Analysis
- Customer support
- Continuous improvements
- Working knowledge of engineering
Certification
ForkLift Operator
COMBI Lift Operator
Overhead Crane Train the Trainer
WHIMIS
SAIT - Supervisory Skills
Accident Investigation
Leadership for Safety Excellence
Timeline
Director, Calgary Manufacturing
CoolIT Systems
05.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Standens IMT
06.2021 - Current
Production Manager
Xact Engineered Manufacturing Solutions
11.2020 - 06.2021
Production Manager
Oil Lift Technology
12.2019 - 11.2020
Production Supervisor
Oil Lift Technology
07.2015 - 12.2019
Production Lead Hand
Oil Lift Technology
08.2010 - 07.2015
Professional Management, Business Administration - Management And Business
University of Calgary
Lean Manufacturing - Lean Manufacturing Systems
University of Kentucky
High School Diploma -
James Fowler High School | Calgary Board of Education
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