Meet Our Team
Our Team
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Jason & Miranda Chiasson
At Chiasson Smoke/Media, everything begins, and keeps moving, thanks to the tireless leadership of Jason and Miranda. Balancing business growth, family life, team management, and the daily unpredictability of running a creative, hands-on operation, they are the steady hands and sharp minds behind the scenes.
Like the true "Wizard of Oz" behind the curtain, Jason and Miranda juggle a thousand moving parts you rarely see, from strategic decisions and creative direction, to making sure everyone on the team feels supported, valued, and motivated. They wear every hat imaginable: leader, mentor, problem-solver, parent, coach, visionary… and they wear them all with heart.
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Skippy
Every shop needs a little chaos to keep things interesting… and at Chiasson Smoke LLC, Skippy proudly holds that title. As our resident goofball, Skippy brings laughter, head-shakes, and the occasional minor disaster to the shop floor on a daily basis. Armed with a tape measure he’s still learning how to use (we think), Skippy can usually be found almost measuring things correctly, tripping over welding leads, and sneakily trying to impress Miranda with his "skills" (jury's still out). Skippy brings heart, hustle, and a whole lot of character to our team.
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Marc Updike
On the production floor, Marc keeps our laser cutting operations running at peak performance. Operating both our 2 kilowatt and 6 kilowatt laser tables, he is responsible for loading sheets of steel with precision, using the overhead crane to position each piece safely and efficiently. Once in place, Marc ensures every cut is accurate and precise, reducing wasted material and maximizing the use of every sheet. With demand for our products always growing, he keeps pace by working quickly without compromising on quality. From setup to the final cut, Marc’s expertise ensures that each part we produce meets our high standards and helps us deliver reliable products to our customers on time.
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Samantha Rux
Samantha leads our customer service department. She plays a vital role in ensuring smooth communication, efficient scheduling, and organized office operations. She’s responsible for answering phones, providing exceptional customer service, managing incoming and outgoing correspondence, and offering day-to-day administrative support. She is highly organized, customer-focused, and skilled at multitasking in a fast-paced, creative environment.
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Luke Frey
Luke is the driving force behind the smoker department, custom projects, and our day-to-day production, leading with expertise, innovation, and a hands-on commitment to excellence. He oversees the full lifecycle of these projects, specializing in the construction and refinement of our custom work, pellet smokers, and off-road reverse flow and offset smokers. Beyond smokers, Luke also runs the press brake, handling complex bends and fabrications with precision. No matter what gets thrown his way, from one-off custom requests to the toughest production challenges, Luke tackles it head-on, making sure the job gets done right. His leadership ensures that every project leaving our shop floor carries the Chiasson signature: tough, inventive, and built to thrive in the real world.
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Eli Olson
Meet Elijah, the guy who makes sure your orders get out the door on time! From packaging up products with care to keeping our shipping area organized, Eli helps everything run smoothly so your products arrives safe and ready to use. He’s always on top of the details, double-checking our product quality so nothing slips through the cracks. Thanks to Eli, we can keep up with demand and our customers can count on fast, reliable deliveries every time.
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Izack Olson
In our finishing department, Izack plays an important role in making sure every product leaves the shop looking its best. He takes care of final assembly, making sure everything fits together just right before it’s packaged up. Izack also helps manage inventory so parts and products are always where they need to be to keep production moving smoothly. A big part of his work includes cleaning, detailed finish work, and running the blast cabinet, giving each product that polished, “finished” look our customers expect. On top of that, Izack is one of the last checkpoints for quality, carefully inspecting each piece to make sure it meets our standards. His steady focus and hard work help ensure that only top-quality products make it out the door.
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Justin Collins
Justin is a member of our welding and fabrication team, bringing fresh energy and skill to the shop floor. As a welder and fabricator, he’s hands-on in building the products that carry the Chiasson name, from laying precise welds to shaping and assembling components with care. Justin has quickly proven himself as a dependable team player, eager to learn and ready to tackle any project that comes his way. His attention to detail and commitment to quality help ensure that every piece he works on meets our standards of toughness and craftsmanship. We’re excited to have Justin on board and look forward to the impact he’ll make as part of the team.
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Christopher Cashman
Chris joined the team as our press brake operator and quickly proved he had skills that went far beyond one machine. Today, you’ll find him helping with custom designs, engineering new parts, and jumping into maintenance whenever something around the shop needs fixing. He has a natural ability to troubleshoot problems, think creatively, and come up with practical solutions that keep everything running smoothly. His versatility and positive attitude make him someone everyone can rely on, whether it’s a routine job or something completely unexpected. He’s become a true jack of all trades and a valuable part of the Chiasson Smoke team.
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Zachery Schmitz
As the newest member of our welding team, Zach has fit right in. He's dependable, hardworking, and always eager to learn something new. While he may be a little quieter than some of the other guys in the shop, he lets his work speak for itself. His positive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong work ethic make him a great addition to the Chiasson Smoke team.
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Kody Kliesner
Coming Soon!
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Drew Sander
Coming Soon!
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Smokey
Smokey is the official Chief Morale Officer at Chiasson Smoke. He may be short on legs, but he's never short on enthusiasm. His daily tasks include welcoming customers, inspecting the shop for dropped treats, supervising lunch breaks, chasing the occasional ball, and making sure no one works without stopping to give him a little attention. He's always on patrol, always underfoot, and always ready to brighten the day. Every great team needs a great shop dog, and Smokey is the best there is.