Michael C. Gombert
Goldsboro,USA
Summary
Adept at LEAN Manufacturing and strategic prioritization, I significantly reduced turnover rates by over 30% at Georgia Pacific, LLC. My tenure is marked by enhancing production efficiency and fostering robust team dynamics, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and a proactive approach to process improvement.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent – Finishing Department - Plywood
Georgia Pacific, LLC
Dudley, NC
11.2022 - Current
- Accountable for the Finishing processes required to meet customer demand and quality standards regarding the manufacture of Plywood and Plywood Siding products
- Lead a team of 70–75 employees, including four salaried Supervisors, in a 24/7 operation
- Responsible for scheduling and planning all maintenance activities required to safely and efficiently operate all machine centers
- Reduced department turnover rates from 40% to less than 10% over the course of 18 months
- Improved machine center rates through improved employee involvement, problem-solving initiatives, and improved equipment maintenance activities
- Panel Saw – improved from 700PPH to 900PPH
- Spec Saw – improved from 250PPH to 305PPH
- Sander – improved from 275PPH to 350PPH
- Developed process maps to better utilize available warehouse space and improve product flow between machine centers
Quality Manager/Lean Manager
James Hardie Building Products
Plant City, FL
01.2018 - 10.2022
- Plan, coordinate, and direct quality programs that ensure quality control and quality assurance of the production of products consistent with established standards of the company
- Held accountable for all aspects of product quality, leading a team of 15 direct reports in ensuring that all incoming raw materials, in-process, and finished goods are correct for a 24/7, 7-line production line facility
- Utilize statistical process control tools (Six Sigma) for ongoing process improvement, including the reduction of product Rejection Rate from 5.4% to 1.3%
- Leveraged process mapping to reduce through time for quality inspection and improved efficiency from production to shipment; improved QI score from 3m to 1.2m
- Responsible for the implementation of Daily Management System (DMS) within the facility
- Included development and roll-out of OSW/LSW boards, Gemba schedules, and tracking mechanisms
- Created Five-S maps in each department and implemented schedule for 'mini Five-S events' to improve organization throughout the facility
- Utilize statistical process control tools (Six Sigma/DMAIC) to identify and implement process improvement and cost-out projects
- Utilized process mapping to improve material flow in 'off-line' processes, reducing wait times for machine set-ups
Production Superintendent
Johns Manville
Hazleton, PA
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Led a team of three supervisors and 50+ hourly employees in the Manufacturing Department and delivered a sound production environment and consistently exceeded all KPI’s
- Focused on process improvement, including the re-alignment of Sample Making for the Marketing Department to improve efficiencies by ~35%
- Created, implemented, and adhered to the operating budget and operating plan; avoided cost overruns and monitored variable costs (including staffing); optimized hourly staffing levels as dictated by market conditions
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure all facility targets are met on a consistent basis, including First Pass Yield, Operating Efficiency, and Cost per Unit
- Developed and implemented a Pay-for-Skills program to better compensate hourly employees for cross-training
- Served as Interim Plant Manager for six months and led a staff of 6 salaried leaders and 70+ hourly employees
Division Resource
Johns Manville
Hazleton, PA
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Evaluated manufacturing processes and led projects at 10 facilities in North America and provided management teams with suggested improvements; partnered with local teams to develop and implement new plans
- Key contributor on the $6M equipment upgrade at the Florida facility; gained appreciation of various new processes during travels to European equipment manufacturers and evaluation of equipment capabilities
Interim Production Superintendent
Johns Manville
Hazleton, PA
01.2010 - 12.2010
- Lead superintendent for the Manufacturing Department; managed 26 employees and two Team Leaders and ensured all facility targets were met on a consistent basis
- Support to Plant Manager in making informed decisions regarding operating parameters, staffing, and safety policies; met all performance targets, including First Pass Yield, Operating Efficiency, and Cost per Unit
- Actively participated in safety improvement initiatives that reduced risk to employees and the company
QA SAP SWAT Team
Johns Manville
Hazleton, PA
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Gained a deep understanding of the use and best practices of Master Data works in SAP quality module environment; leveraged skills to evaluate alternatives regarding testing protocols and frequencies
- Created and implemented new inspection plans across 10 Roofing Division facilities and provided ongoing support for facilities after implementation
Six Sigma Black Belt/Quality Supervisor
Johns Manville
Hazleton, PA
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Developed and implemented a Quality Management System that inspected goods arriving at Distribution Centers; monitored program performance through data analysis and improved product quality and efficiencies
Interim Production Superintendent
Johns Manville
Hazleton, PA
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Chaired a leadership role in the Manufacturing Department, driving the performance of a team of 25+ hourly employees and two supervisors
- Managed all off-line manufacturing processes to meet scheduling needs and ensured that staff scheduling patterns were optimized to meet the demand of the market and while avoiding cost overruns
- Delivered insight into the production process and actively contributed to budget preparation and operating plan development and implementation
Six Sigma Black Belt
Johns Manville
Hazleton, PA
01.2004 - 12.2007
- Utilized statistical and project management training to solve complex issues in the workplace resulting in a portfolio of projects approaching $1MM
- Successfully completed Wet Density Reduction Project across four facilities for a total savings in raw materials costs of greater than $2.5 MM
- Coordinated and facilitated quarterly Production Superintendent Conferences to develop collaborative working relationships between facilities
- Lead Kaizen events, performed process mapping, Kanban implementation, and multiple Lean initiatives, etc
Production Supervisor
Johns Manville
Hazleton, PA
01.1999 - 12.2004
- Led a team of for 10 – 12 hourly employees, directing work efforts, resolving problems, proactively improving production, and ensuring a safe working environment for the manufacturing of Polyisocyanurate foam panels
Quality Assurance Technician
Johns Manville
Hazleton, PA
01.1998 - 12.1999
- Monitored production and performance of plant equipment and completed daily testing of all finished products to ensure product quality to production specifications
Shipping Supervisor
Johns Manville
Hazleton, PA
01.1992 - 12.1998
- Administered and coordinated the loading and tarping of flatbed trailers, served as Fleet Manager on an interim basis and dispatched company-owned trucks and drivers
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Remote01.2009
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Resource Allocation
- Documenting Standard Operating Procedures
- Financial Oversight Strategies
- Preventive Equipment Care
- Project Execution
- Employee Training
- Kanban Methodology Implementation
- Production Workflow Management
- Quality Assurance
- Optimized Resource Distribution
- Process Improvement
- Optimizing Performance Improvements
- LEAN Manufacturing
- Risk Reduction Strategies
- Analytical Decision-Making
- Strategic Prioritization
- Proficient in Team Dynamics
Certification
- Six Sigma Black Belt, 01/01/09
- Trainer for JM Frontline Leadership, 01/01/17
- Project Management Training, 01/01/10
Awards
- Excellence Award for Exceptional Leadership, 01/01/11
- Johns Manville Blue Ribbon Award, 03/01/10
Affiliations
- Active member of BPOE
Timeline
Superintendent – Finishing Department - Plywood
Georgia Pacific, LLC
11.2022 - Current
Quality Manager/Lean Manager
James Hardie Building Products
01.2018 - 10.2022
Production Superintendent
Johns Manville
01.2011 - 01.2018
Division Resource
Johns Manville
01.2010 - 01.2011
Interim Production Superintendent
Johns Manville
01.2010 - 12.2010
QA SAP SWAT Team
Johns Manville
01.2009 - 12.2010
Six Sigma Black Belt/Quality Supervisor
Johns Manville
01.2009 - 12.2009
Interim Production Superintendent
Johns Manville
01.2007 - 12.2009
Six Sigma Black Belt
Johns Manville
01.2004 - 12.2007
Production Supervisor
Johns Manville
01.1999 - 12.2004
Quality Assurance Technician
Johns Manville
01.1998 - 12.1999
Shipping Supervisor
Johns Manville
01.1992 - 12.1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Management
University of Phoenix
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