Gregory Johnson
Brownstown Township
Summary
Seeking a challenging management position with a strong growing company in the Downriver Wayne/Monroe County areas. As a highly motivated self-starter with 40 years of management and leadership experience, I will be a valuable addition to your company.
Overview
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1
Certification
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Supervisor
Wiona
Melvindale, MI
07.2022 - 04.2026
- Oversaw daily production operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to safety standards.
- Developed and implemented process improvements, enhancing workflow and reducing downtime.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for machinery, minimizing disruptions to production output.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in equipment operation and safety protocols.
Plant Manager/Production Manager
Peerless Metal Powders & Abrasive
08.2015 - 07.2022
- Day to Day Operations for the Cold Mill, Melt Furnace, and Packaging
Plant Manager
GSM Industries
05.2011 - 06.2016
- Managed day-to-day operations, reporting, charting, safety, quality control, and hiring employees while reporting to upper management and owners.
- Oversaw production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency across manufacturing lines.
- Managed staff training programs, fostering skill development and team effectiveness.
Production Control Manager
Plastics TD
Fayette, Ohio
06.2008 - 07.2009
- Managed production at the plant in Fayette, Ohio.
- Contributed to the team that moved operations to Bowling Green, Ohio.
- Managed production operations at plant in Fayette, Ohio, ensuring seamless workflows.
- Handled hiring, disciplinary actions, timecard management, and employee reviews.
- Scheduled operators and maintenance jobs to ensure production efficiency.
Plant Supervisor
Bar Processing
Warren, Michigan
10.2002 - 02.2008
- Managed production on the plant floor.
- Coordinated personnel, job assignments, and material allocation across all machines to ensure operational efficiency.
- Handled hiring, disciplinary actions, timecards, and employee reviews.
- Managed customer relationships to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- Oversaw shipping and receiving operations to ensure timely deliveries.
- Order write up and Job work sheets per customer purchase orders.
- Saw Department – created spreadsheets for scheduling, tracking of materials dollars on the floor.
- Responsible for purchasing materials and tools for the plant.
- Collaborated with the maintenance supervisor to schedule services.
Plant Supervisor
Winona
07.2002 - 04.2002
- Day to Day Operations for the Hot & Cold Mill and Packaging
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and production standards.
- Managed scheduling and workflow to optimize production efficiency across multiple shifts.
- Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and best practices for equipment use.
Production Control Manager/Quality Control Manager Associate
Michigan Bar Corporation
Fraser, Michigan
01.1987 - 01.2002
- Set schedules for personnel, jobs, and materials to all machines.
- Managed personnel, timecards, scheduling, and disciplinary actions.
- Developed automated scheduling and run time calculation spreadsheets to streamline production processes.
- Created Excel spreadsheets for automated timecard calculations.
- Communicated with customers daily, for scheduling and price quotes.
- Reassumed Quality Control Manager duties after the previous manager left the position.
- Reorganized and updated ISO9000 Quality System for successful third year surveillance audit, maintaining certification standards.
- Led development, implementation, and certification of both plants to ISO9002/ISO9000 standards, ensuring compliance and quality assurance.
- Developed and implemented a QS9000 Quality Manual, Job Work Instructions Manual
- Assisted in setting up a second plant, machinery, and operating system.
- Set up and operated turning machines and burnishers.
Locksmith
Aaron's Lock & Key
Madison Heights, Michigan
01.1983 - 01.1987
- Oversaw storefront operations and ensured optimal inventory management
- Executed service calls to address customer inquiries
- Installed and repaired various lock mechanisms, ensuring optimal security for residential and commercial clients.
- Diagnosed lock malfunctions using industry-standard tools, providing effective solutions in a timely manner.
- Assisted customers with key duplication and replacement services, enhancing client satisfaction through quick turnaround.
Associate
Bar Processing Corporation
Oak Park, Michigan
01.1979 - 01.1983
- Turning Machine – Set up Man/Operator, Burnisher Set up Man/Operator
- Production Saw Operator
- Hilo Operator
- Straightener machine set-up man/operator
- Hem Saw set-up man/operator.
- Managed shipping and receiving operations to ensure timely and accurate distribution of products.
- Executed NDT procedures as machine set-up man/operator to maintain quality standards
- General foreman’s duties
- Managed day-to-day operations for day and night shifts.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Troy High School
Troy, MichiganSkills
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse management
- Production scheduling
- Team Training
- Progress monitoring
- Quality control
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety procedures
Accomplishments
Certifications:
Non-Destructive Testing
Eddy Current level II Certification
Ultra Sonic Level I Certification
Electromagnetic Level Certification
ISO/QS9000 International Quality Auditing Certification
Testing Eddy Current Level I Certification
Assessor/Lead Assessor Training
ISO 9000 Schooling
Basic Electronics
Certification
- 1989 – Magnetic Analysis / New York – Non-Destructive Testing Eddy Current Level II Certification
- 1998 – Odyssey Technology Corporation / Pennsylvania Electromagnetic Level I Certification
- 1997 – Failmer Rubenicz Company / Southfield, Michigan ISO/QS9000 International Quality Auditing Certification
- 1997 – Magnetic Analysis / New York – Non-Destructive Testing Eddy Current Level I Certification
- 1997 – BSI International Training / Southfield, Michigan Assessor/Lead Assessor Training Completed
- 1995 – Macomb Community College / Warren, Michigan How to Qualify for ISO9000 Passed
- 1981 – Oakland Community College / Auburn Hills, Michigan Basic Electronics Passed
Interests
Family and Community
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Plant Supervisor
Wiona
07.2022 - 04.2026
Plant Manager/Production Manager
Peerless Metal Powders & Abrasive
08.2015 - 07.2022
Plant Manager
GSM Industries
05.2011 - 06.2016
Production Control Manager
Plastics TD
06.2008 - 07.2009
Plant Supervisor
Bar Processing
10.2002 - 02.2008
Plant Supervisor
Winona
07.2002 - 04.2002
Production Control Manager/Quality Control Manager Associate
Michigan Bar Corporation
01.1987 - 01.2002
Locksmith
Aaron's Lock & Key
01.1983 - 01.1987
Associate
Bar Processing Corporation
01.1979 - 01.1983
High School Diploma - General Studies
Troy High School