Aaron Ashton

Experience

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  AmeriCorps VISTA

  Feb 2012 - Feb 2013

  AmeriCorps VISTA

  Worked with community organizations for long term recovery efforts from the damaged caused by Tropical Storm Irene. Worked with state agencies on reducing recidivism and poverty.

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  Vermont Manufacturing Services

  Aug 2014 - Mar 2017

  General Manager

  As General Manager, I was responsible for the daily operations of the company. This included scheduling production, quoting new jobs, seeking new business, and implementing ISO 9001 for the business.In addition to production oversight, I supervised 10-20 employees and managed all personnel matters, including hiring and disciplinary actions.Successfully bid new jobs and received new contracts in excess of $100,000.00 for FY 16. Reduced costs by sourcing new suppliers and by implementing lean manufacturing principles. Show less

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  JELD-WEN, Inc.

  May 2017 - Dec 2018

  Group Manager

  This position directly supervised all production and production support operations, and drove SQDCI (Jeld Wen's Excellence Model), TPS (Toyota Production System), OTD (On-Time Delivery) and CI (Continuous Improvement) activities and initiatives during the process.Provided direct leadership to some “Lead” employees and their subordinates in their assigned areas of production in support of plant operations, goals and objectives.Proactively and regularly developed and managed team member’s performance and capabilities, based upon company Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).Assisted the Plant Manager and Production Manager in establishing and monitoring overall plant performance for production and quality control standards. Implements and maintains preventative maintenance programs.Assisted in development, and implemented safety awareness programs, communicated safety issues, corrected safety related problems, and assisted in investigations into safety related issues as needed and as directed. Show less

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  GE Aviation

  Dec 2018 - Jun 2020

  Flow Leader

  The Production Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of the plant to ensure reliability and consistency on the production line, includes service shops. The Production Supervisor role requires a broad understanding of manufacturing concepts, methods and proceduresEssential Responsibilities:Oversee and manage of front-line manufacturing production associates for low pressure turbine businessResolve problems through the application of acquired expertise and guided by precedentWork together with colleagues across site and respective business unitBe responsible for quality, cost, delivery and safety metrics for the teamCommunicate across all levels of the Rutland facility regarding metrics, project status and continuous improvement opportunities, including your direct team, peers, business Leaders and shop leadership Show less

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  Irving Tissue

  Jul 2020 - Jan 2023

  Key Responsibilities:· Develop a climate which encourages the participation and involvement of all employees to pursue continuous development and continuous improvement· Recommend upgrades and design considerations for converting operations improvements· Develop and mentor technicians to increase capability to achieve higher levels of operational responsibility· Support the site in carrying out long range plans, objectives, and activities (ex. installation and startup of new converting equipment) Show less

  • Logistics Manufacturing Engineer

    Jun 2022 - Jan 2023

  • Converting Crew Leader

    Jul 2020 - Jun 2022
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  Irving Consumer Products

  Jan 2023 - Oct 2024

  Data Integration Manager

  Managing the strategic focus, standardization, and direction of our quality and process data systems.Value Add:Key contact for ParcView items related to process center lining, quality data, and statistical process control.Developing data systems roadmaps and visionTeaching others how to effectively build reporting solutions.

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  JBM SHERMAN CARMEL, INC.

  Oct 2024 - now

  Senior Quality Engineer