Jason Hodgins
London,ON
Summary
Production Supervisor at Quest Brands Inc. with extensive experience in quality control and continuous improvement initiatives, demonstrating a strong ability to enhance operational efficiency through innovative process improvements. Successfully fostered robust customer relationships while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, resulting in a safer and more productive work environment. Proficient in training and mentoring staff, optimizing inventory management practices, and streamlining production workflows to achieve seamless operations. Progressed from Production Worker to Assistant Plant Manager within the organization, acquiring comprehensive knowledge of machinery operations—including extruders, printing presses, slitters, orientors, and forklifts—while developing effective interpersonal skills for positive interactions with colleagues and clients.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
Quest Brands Inc.
01.1994 - 05.2025
- Supervised daily production operations, ensuring adherence to established quality and safety standards.
- Implemented targeted process improvements that significantly boosted operational efficiency and minimized waste.
- Streamlined production workflows, enhancing throughput while effectively shortening lead times.
- Proactively identified and resolved production issues, including material shortages and equipment failures.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted production flow while avoiding excess stock accumulation.
- Interpreted work orders meticulously to plan and execute jobs with precision and accuracy.
- Oversaw loading and unloading processes within warehouse operations to maintain efficiency and filling in where needed.
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers and suppliers to drive revenue growth and profitability.
- Managed team of 15 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clarke Road Secondary School
London, ON01.1993
Skills
- Quality control
- Continuous improvement
- Production management
- Training and mentoring
- Health and safety compliance
- Staff management
- Assembly and production
- Materials handling
- Equipment operation
- Raw materials
- Customer service
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Certification
- Certified Member of Joint Health & Safety Committee; 1999 - Current
- Standard First Aid CPR A + AED; St. John Ambulance; Expiry, Jan. 3, 2028
- Forklift Certification-Counter Balance 1994-Sept.2027
- Reach 1994 - 2012
- EMC Leadership Training, Manufacturing Essentials Certification; Nov. 2021
- Many other training courses taken through the years; Propane, TDGs, Flammables & Combustibles, Oxidizing & Reactive Agents, Solvents, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Indoor Cranes, Slip's Trips and Falls, Respiratory Protection, mostly through the Health & Safety Network
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Quest Brands Inc.
01.1994 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Clarke Road Secondary School
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