Shane Johnson

Distribution Operator | 02/16 - 01/17

• Managed the distribution of wallboard by loading trucks, showcasing strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Operated heavy machinery, including large forklifts, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of products.
• Maintained accurate inventory records, contributing to the seamless operation of the distribution process.
• Well-versed and familiar with warehouse. Deep understanding of warehouse organization and bay locations. I understand the importance of correct bay locations to load from, in terms of hot or cold board. No hot board on the trucks!

Production Operator - Level 5 | 01/17 - Present

• Fully versed and trained in all LOTO practices and standards.
• Achieved Level 5 operator status, demonstrating expertise in production processes and a commitment to operational excellence. Proud of the fact that I am highly knowledgeable and supreme in my skills as an operator in any position I'm needed in.
• Attained the highest operator level before management, reflecting a deep understanding of production operations and leadership potential. I am normally placed on the floor as the 'utility' which means I kinda float around and lightly supervise and help other operators, and also break-out the operators when it is their break time.
• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols. Always remember: "60 seconds to think"
• Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers. Assisted in training operators in both distribution and every position in production (Wet End).
• Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members. Developed new 'Team Building' exercises to be implemented during the first two weeks of the newly hired workers.
• Maintained knowledge of company/plant policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely. (LOTO, SOP's)
• Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment. (Forklifts, Carts, Cranes, ect)
• Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects. Also to, implement continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to the company's reputation for excellence.
• Played a pivotal role in optimizing production workflows, resulting in a measurable increase in efficiency and product quality.
• Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs. Example: Replacing the main pulse gate of the mixer suffering from a hole in the gum rubber, instead of swapping whole mixer out.
• Assisted with equipment startups after scheduled plant downtime. (Stucco build-up, Turn on H2O pumps, Turn on air compressor for making foam, ect.)
• Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations. I strive to exceed all expectations when it comes to Safety, Quality, Production.
• Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes. I am known for my meticulous attention to detail.
• Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
• Upheld quality standards through regular sample taking, addressing any inconsistencies immediately. This gets done every 20mins at the knife and every 30mins at the mixer.
• Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date and correct data is entered into Helix.
• Recognized upset conditions, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action. Great foresight.
• Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters. This is a constant at the mixer and on edges. Change over to 54'
• Coordinated with other departments (Distribution, Receiving, Shipping, Ect.) to address production-related issues, fostering effective communication across teams. Coordinate with project support when we've got a 54' forming plate change over.
• Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment, prolonging its lifespan and reducing the need for costly repairs. Beginning of shift inspections for forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep machines running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
• Supported management in achieving strategic objectives related to productivity, cost control, quality assurance, compliance with regulatory requirements. (KAIZEN)
• Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas for process optimization and recommending changes for implementation.
• Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction with consistent delivery of dry wall on schedule and within specifications.
• Contributed to cost reduction efforts by monitoring resource usage and minimizing waste during operations. Example: While operating the mixer, monitoring our dry weights is crucial. We are budgeted on a certain amount of stucco usage per target weight of the dried board. I strive to be as close as I can or slightly under the target dry weights. Using less stucco than budgeted saves the company exponentially.
• Top-Tier house keeping. General work area is always well organized and cleaned. I am known for how well I stay on top of my house keeping.
• Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address internal issue's among operators on the floor.
• Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
• Acted as a key contributor to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment and adherence to regulatory compliance..
• Met production targets and tight work orders by collaborating closely with team members. Warehouse space is tight right now with the expansion happening, I rigorously follow the cut list to ensure orders are met and completed along with minimizing the amount of 'over-run' for each work order.
• Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
• Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.

• Ran a 1500ton transfer press with servo drives
• Slight understanding of RS Logic (Ladder Logic)
• Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
• Preformed 'preventative maintenance' on the machine
• Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
• Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
• Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the department through constructive feedback and proactive problem-solving efforts.
• Promptly removed completed loads from press.
• Provided oversight on work order completions
• Ran overhead crane. Moved and set dies on bolsters using crane

• Implemented process improvements, leading to reduced waste and increased productivity in the stamping press department.
• Increased production efficiency by setting up and operating stamping press machines with precision.
• Promoted a culture of continuous learning by sharing expertise with peers during team meetings or informal training sessions.
• Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance and troubleshooting issues promptly.
• Streamlined changeover processes, reducing downtime between production runs in the stamping press department.
• Upheld company standards for cleanliness and organization throughout the stamping press area, promoting a productive work environment.
• Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
• Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
• Loaded and unloaded materials from machines to be processed.
• Operated extruding, forming, pressing and compacting machines to shape and form metal materials.