Courtney Brown
Midlothian,TX
Summary
Results-driven manufacturing and operations leader with 18+ years of progressive leadership experience at General Motors specializing in automotive manufacturing, continuous improvement, workforce development, and production execution. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams in union manufacturing environments while driving measurable improvements in safety, quality, cost, throughput, and employee engagement through disciplined execution of GMS, BPD, DRR, and operational excellence initiatives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Paint Business Manager / Production Leadership
GENERAL MOTORS
Arlington, Texas
01.2023 - Current
- Lead daily production operations with over 75+ team members within a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment focused on safety, quality, cost, and throughput performance
- Drive operational excellence initiatives utilizing GMS standards, BPD metrics, and standardized work processes
- Lead defect containment and DRR improvement activities to improve first-time quality performance and operational consistency
- Develop frontline leadership capability through coaching, mentoring, accountability, and manpower development initiatives
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to optimize operational efficiency across multiple departments.
Global Supply Chain Group Leader
GENERAL MOTORS
Arlington, Texas
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Led daily operations supporting material flow of over 10,000 parts, production continuity, and operational execution within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Conducted employee training related to safety procedures, equipment operation, and standardized work expectations
- Implemented process improvements to reduce waste and improve workflow execution
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and reduce operational downtime.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives that streamlined processes and increased overall workflow effectiveness.
Production Supervisor / Lead Group Leader / Business Manager
GENERAL MOTORS
Arlington, Texas
01.2012 - 01.2021
- Coordinated manpower, production scheduling, and operational activities to support aggressive production requirements
- Utilized GMS standards and Level 5 BPD metrics to drive continuous improvement and operational accountability
- Maintained productive labor-management relationships within a union manufacturing environment with over 400+ team members
Production Team Member / Team Leader
GENERAL MOTORS
Arlington, Texas
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Provided hands-on Job Instruction Training (JIT) to new employees while supporting workforce development initiatives in a 6-8 person team
- Supported continuous improvement efforts utilizing GMS principles and operational standardization
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
American InterContinental University
Chandler, AZ 8528602.2023
Associate of Science -
American InterContinental University
Chandler, AZ01.2021
Skills
- GMS
- BPD
- DRR Improvement
- Continuous Improvement
- Union Labor Relations
- Kronos
- Leadership Development
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Business development
- Decision-making
- Team building and leadership
- Process improvement
Timeline
Paint Business Manager / Production Leadership
GENERAL MOTORS
01.2023 - Current
Global Supply Chain Group Leader
GENERAL MOTORS
01.2021 - 01.2023
Production Supervisor / Lead Group Leader / Business Manager
GENERAL MOTORS
01.2012 - 01.2021
Production Team Member / Team Leader
GENERAL MOTORS
01.2008 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
American InterContinental University
Associate of Science -
American InterContinental University