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Michael Gillman

Thornville

Summary

Experienced Plant Management leader adept at improving output, maximizing quality and boosting employee satisfaction with an hands-on management style. Recognized as an effective business manager and motivational leader. Successful manufacturing management career spanning over 25 years.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Plant Manager

Glasfloss
01.2025 - Current
  • Manage and oversee a two shift operation with approximately 200 associates.
  • Lead plant Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
  • Create and oversee production schedules and adjust as needed to meet deadlines.
  • Maximize plant safety through proactive strategies.
  • Oversee routine maintenance programs and schedule service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
  • Scrutinize production output and identify areas for improvement.
  • Mentor and coach plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
  • Direct employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
  • Manage personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.

Supervisor

Canon Business Solutions
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Completed Amgen's onsite SAP training.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.

Operations Manager

U.S. LUMBER
10.2022 - 10.2024
  • Responsible for the overall management of personnel, property, equipment and inventory of the facility. Oversee production in the facility while maximizing efficiency, productivity, delivery, and expense management. Develop and maintain a team-work oriented environment while preserving employee morale and providing a safe and efficient work environment. Manage P&L, mid-month reviews, and accounts payable.

Assistant Production Manager

Magna International
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Managed 2nd shift operations including 7 supervisors in four departments, multiple team leads and over 100 associates. Coordinates/facilitates continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, 6S, LPA's, Gemba walks and KPI reports. ISO 9001 certified.

Production Supervisor

Hendrickson
05.2021 - 07.2022
  • Oversaw night shift operations. Responsible for assembly, shipping and receiving, warehouse, and maintenance. Managed team members' activities relative to safety, 5S, quality, and productivity goals to meet customer requirements.

Branch Manager

Cleary Building Corp.
06.2018 - 08.2019
  • Managed multiple crews, projects, and sales associates. Maintained sales and operating budgets, project estimating, building inspections, customer satisfaction, vendor and supply chain management.

Student

Ohio University
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Full-time student. Earned Associates in Business.

Quality Technician

Meritor
06.1993 - 09.2015
  • Managed the CMM quality control lab and specialized in the development, manufacturing, inspection process of production and prototype parts for commercial and military purposes. Formally certified in MIG and Innershield welding, expert CNC operator, ISO 9001 Certified

Education

Associate of Applied Business -

Ohio University
Lancaster, Ohio
12.2017

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Team Building
  • Analytical and problem-solving
  • Planning and project management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Attention to detail
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Safety Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • P&L Management and Financial Reporting

Timeline

Assistant Plant Manager

Glasfloss
01.2025 - Current

Supervisor

Canon Business Solutions
10.2024 - 01.2025

Operations Manager

U.S. LUMBER
10.2022 - 10.2024

Assistant Production Manager

Magna International
07.2022 - 10.2022

Production Supervisor

Hendrickson
05.2021 - 07.2022

Branch Manager

Cleary Building Corp.
06.2018 - 08.2019

Student

Ohio University
01.2016 - 01.2018

Quality Technician

Meritor
06.1993 - 09.2015

Associate of Applied Business -

Ohio University