Darnell L. Johnson
Detroit ,MI
Summary
Hardworking, dependable person with strong leadership skills. Because of those reasons I have been promoted at every company that I have worked.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Manager
Webasto Roof Systems
01.2024 - Current
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
Production Supervisor
Webasto Roof Systems
12.2020 - 12.2023
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of 20 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
Production Supervisor
Autokiniton
11.2020 - 11.2020
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
Production Supervisor
International Hardcoat Inc.
08.2018 - 10.2020
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.
Production Supervisor
Williams Bayer
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
Area Manager
Bosal Industries
04.2015 - 06.2016
- Provided high level oversight and leadership to bargaining and non-bargaining production personnel
- Ensured productivity performance guarantees are met by utilizing lean concepts to eliminate pain points and waste
- Assisted with the hiring process by conducting interviews and facilitating training sessions
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
- Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
- Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements, and implement changes.
Production Supervisor
Bosal Industries
01.2010 - 04.2015
- Served as a liaison between upper management and front line employees to ensure there was no interruption of day to day operations
- Provided front line guidance to ensure performance guarantees were met
- Effectively managed production schedules without compromising quality
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of 20 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
Team Leader
Magna International School
09.2006 - 12.2009
- Served as backup to the supervisor
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
Team Leader
Bosal Industries
12.2002 - 09.2006
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
Machine Operator
12.2000 - 06.2002
- Responsible for quality control
- Performed necessary work flow adjustments to ensure production standards were met
Education
Central State University
1994
High School Diploma -
Osborn High School
1992
Skills
- Operational Leadership Production Management Problem Resolution
- Daily Timekeeping
- Employee Counseling
- Worker Training
Timeline
Shift Manager
Webasto Roof Systems
01.2024 - Current
Production Supervisor
Webasto Roof Systems
12.2020 - 12.2023
Production Supervisor
Autokiniton
11.2020 - 11.2020
Production Supervisor
International Hardcoat Inc.
08.2018 - 10.2020
Production Supervisor
Williams Bayer
08.2016 - 09.2018
Area Manager
Bosal Industries
04.2015 - 06.2016
Production Supervisor
Bosal Industries
01.2010 - 04.2015
Team Leader
Magna International School
09.2006 - 12.2009
Team Leader
Bosal Industries
12.2002 - 09.2006
Machine Operator
12.2000 - 06.2002
Central State University
High School Diploma -
Osborn High School