Jonathan Lewzader, MS

Experience

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  United States Marine Corps

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2008

  Infantry Platoon Sergeant

   Developed and implemented comprehensive training plans, and demonstrated the principles, techniques, procedures and methods of leadership, supervision and evaluation. Ensured the health, safety, self-esteem, discipline and performance of 36 service members’ duties and assignments. Responsible for the success or failure of platoon objectives. Streamlined operational and strategic planning of high-profile operations in hostile combat areas.

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  Arkema

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2010

  Chemical Operator

   Operated and monitored various process control panels and instruments for safety and efficiency. Maintained accurate production documentation and inspection records. Conferred with supervisors to adjust control settings, and to report or resolve equipment malfunctions.

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  Medivet-America Ohio Valley

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2012

  Lab Specialist/Consultant

   Processed adipose tissue to prepare adult mesenchymal stem cells for use in veterinary stem cell treatments. Strictly complied with all safety policies, practices and procedures within the lab. Developed, improved and customized samples, equipment, processes and analytical methods. Maintained detailed records of results, including collecting, extracting and entering data, and preparing graphs. Developed, improved and customized samples, equipment, processes and analytical methods. Show less

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  AMFINE CHEMICAL CORPORATION

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2019

   Management of 23 employees consisting of chemical operators, team leaders and supervisors, responsible for all phases and aspects of Process Department operations from raw material to finished goods. Conduct routine safety meetings and reviews to ensure the plant-wide work environment operates safely and efficiently, with zero lost time accidents since 2012. Evaluate concerning factors such as equipment issues, manufacturing capabilities, and economic trends to increase overall productivity by 59% while reducing waste produced by over 10% Show less

  • Process Manager

    Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  • Process Chemist

    Jan 2012 - Jan 2019
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  Walmart Distribution Center

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2021

  Area Manager

   Monitor and manage productivity of three separate areas within the facility, including supervision and development of 54 associates. DMAIC team leader for the improvement of safety and quality goals, business plans, compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity.  Developed over 50 ‘One Best Way’ procedures, which are used at all applicable Walmart distribution centers worldwide.

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  Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD)

  Jan 2021 - now

  Product Chemical Engineer

  Develop pilot or prototype production and manufacturing processes for precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions used in obstacle breaching, military demolition, vehicle protection, tactical weapons, and space & strategic systems.