Over the past decade, Jason David Newton from Moses Lake, Washington has worked in industrial manufacturing, maritime engineering, and operations leadership. My focus has always been on reliability, safety, and leading teams to achieve high-performance results in Moses Lake, WA.
August 2024 – Present
Serving as a Mechanical Technician managing maintenance, repairs, and fabrication projects while also supporting planning and scheduling efforts to ensure equipment reliability in a fast-growing advanced materials environment in Moses Lake, Washington. My background in business management and maritime credentials (detailed on my education page) supports these responsibilities.
January 2024 – August 2024
Led a production shift of 40–50 team members, overseeing safety, raw material handling, packaging, maintenance, and process efficiency. Coordinated multiple departments to achieve production and safety goals consistently in Moses Lake, WA.
October 2021 – January 2024
Supervised a team of ~30 mechanics and fabricators. Coordinated preventative maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, and led the successful commissioning of a new production line following a major capital project in Moses Lake, Washington.
October 2018 – October 2021
Maintained and operated mechanical systems aboard a commercial fishing vessel including refrigeration plants, boilers, diesel-electric generators, and onboard fish processing equipment. Emphasis on teamwork, problem-solving, and reliability in challenging maritime environments.
Developed foundational mechanical and operational skills, gained experience with industrial equipment, and advanced into early leadership positions in Moses Lake, WA.
| Role | Dates |
|---|---|
| Post-Production Supervisor | 2017–2018 |
| Safety Operations Specialist | 2016–2017 |
| Heavy Equipment Operator | 2016 |
| Maintenance Technician | 2011–2016 |