Vernon L. Johnson
Brenham,TX
Summary
Experienced Plant Manager adept at improving output, maximizing quality and boosting employee satisfaction with hands-on management style. Recognized as effective business manager and motivational leader. Successful manufacturing management career spanning 20 years.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Texas Quality Products
Eagle Lake, TX
07.2009 - 02.2022
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Made strategic decisions and developed key plans that affected direction of business.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Organized and guided operations of production, processing and machinery according to business procedures and protocols.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Operated specialized equipment, gauges and instruments to track and assess gas levels.
- Made adjustments or minor repairs.
- Secured necessary permits and renewals to keep operations compliance with legal standards.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Diagnosed and corrected issues with systems, components and controllers.
- Recognized low-cost suppliers and managed deliveries to cut downtime and save costs.
- Coordinated company projects and programs that supported manufacturing function.
- Cleaned, lubricated or maintained equipment such to prevent failure or deterioration.
- Estimated costs and set quality standards.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Anticipated and addressed production problems, material shortages, equipment malfunctions and unavoidable delays.
- Utilized proven problem-solving techniques to improve customer satisfaction and vendor relations.
- Tracked data about all aspects of production to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Redesigned operational workflow processes to maximize efficiency.
Training Manager
Emerald Concepts
Houston, TX
03.2009 - 06.2009
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
- Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
- Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities and enhance program success.
- Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids and other educational materials.
- Led daily, weekly and monthly coaching, counseling and feedback sessions.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Directed training programs and development paths for managers and supervisors.
- Coordinated ongoing technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Implemented new learning strategies depending upon employees' skill levels.
- Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences and workshops.
- Directed field training to enhance participants' skills.
Plant Operator
Stallman Dryer Inc.
Garwood, TX
06.1992 - 12.2007
- Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules and regulations.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts and slakers regularly.
- Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
- Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Measured and adjusted chemical feed rates.
- Operated specialized tools, instruments and equipment for tests and maintenance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Ottawa University
Ottawa, KSAssociate of Arts - English
Blinn College
Brenham, TXAssociate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Blinn College
Brenham, TXSkills
- Processing Operations Review
- Administrative Staff Collaboration
- Staffing Requirement Determination
- Microsoft Project
- Inventory Control Programs
- Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Outlook
- Project Management
- Email Software
- Fire Safety Regulations
- Total Quality Management
- Expense Reduction
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Management of Financial Resources
- Continuous Improvement Strategies
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Equipment Installation
- Motivational Leadership
- Quality Control Analysis
- Critical Thinking
- Employee Relationships
- Cost Control Improvements
- YouTube
- Writing
- Instructing
- Monitoring
- Speaking
- Negotiation
- Quality Standards
- Expenditure Approvals
- Distribution Coordination
- Raw Materials Examination
- Production Oversight
- Product Planning
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Production Scheduling
- Employee training and development
- Compliance understanding
- Cost controls
- Performance improvements
- In-depth OSHA knowledge
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety protocols
- Safety assessment
- Documentation abilities
- Equipment Maintenance
Certification
- The Keys to Delegating Effectively Training - 2017
- Dealing With Toxic Employees : Eliminating Bad Behavior - 2017
- Rotary Equipment Training IKD University - 2017
- Assertiveness Skills for Managers & Supervisors - 2016
- Power Lift Truck Train-the-Trainer Course - 2016
- Dealing Effectively With Unacceptable Employee Behavior - 2015
- OSHA Safety for General Industry Supervisors _ 2015
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Know the true value of time; snatch, seize, and enjoy every moment of it. No idleness, no laziness, no procrastination: never put off till to-morrow what you can do to-day.
Philip Dormer Stanhope, Lord Chesterfield
Timeline
Plant Manager
Texas Quality Products
07.2009 - 02.2022
Training Manager
Emerald Concepts
03.2009 - 06.2009
Plant Operator
Stallman Dryer Inc.
06.1992 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Ottawa University
Associate of Arts - English
Blinn College
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Blinn College
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