Steven M. Johnson

Stockbridge, GA ( 678-***-**** * adldgu@r.postjobfree.com

Targeting a Position as…

Operations/Production Manager Plant Manager Site Manager

Proven career history of strategic performance focused leadership in multiple business lines, with measurable results that have positively impacted the bottom line.

Leadership strengths include a clear sense of direction, the ability to think, adjust, and act creatively in all situations. Possess the ability to receive information and effectively communicate with people in all settings.

Experienced at developing effective production or operational programs and improving processes/teams that ultimately achieve higher client satisfaction, increased profits, positive organizational change, and increased overall business value.

Experienced Leader in Operations, Maintenance, Warehousing and Environmental, Health, Safety and Security Programs to include DOT regulatory requirements plus Lean, Six Sigma and Lean Six Sigma processes.

Familiar and working experience with OSHA PSM Standard for worker protection, EPA RMP Standard for environmental and community protection and NRC Standard for protecting the health and safety of the public and the environment.

Familiar and working experience in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) environments in U. S. Military, Electric Utility Industry, Chemical Industry and Heavy Equipment Industry.

Working experience with ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, OSHSAS 18001.

Familiar with SAP Enterprise Resource Planning Software and AS400 Enterprise Resource Planning Software

Strong performer with the goal to achieve Excellence, not average.

Operations Management

Production Management

Manufacturing/Warehousing

Process Improvement Initiatives

Creative Problem Solving

Fleet Services

Training & Development

Risk/Security Management

Environmental, Health, & Safety

Professional Experience

Production Manager, Copper/Micro Copper Plant (PT Contractor/Full Time Lonza Employee) 08/2018—05/2020

Lonza Wood Protection (LWP) North America – a Lonza Company Conley, GA

Successful leadership in the role of Production Manager in a multinational chemical and biotech company. Took over the operation of two production plants which were underperforming. Revamped processes using Lean Six Sigma methodology to increase production rates and first pass acceptance values, leading to significant production improvements and employee empowerment initiatives to collectively boost operational efficiency and employee morale and ownership.

Increased throughput in Micro Copper Plant by over 50% by analyzing bottlenecks in process and reducing or eliminating them through system modifications or procedure and work practice changes.

Completed a Lean Six Sigma project on the Copper Oxide Plant that improved the quality of product, reduced off-specification batches, and drastically increased production. Discovered and eliminated bottlenecks, strengthened maintenance program, and changed team’s attitude. These changes led to:

oCopper Oxide throughput increased by 10%, while improving first pass acceptance from 90% to 99%.

oACZA Wood Preservative delivery time reduced by 15 days, while improving first pass acceptance to 99%.

oBor-Core Wood Preservative first pass acceptance improvement 100% from 50%.

Implemented scheduled maintenance plans to increase the reliability of plant equipment and reduce unscheduled downtime.

Updated and enhanced the operator training program to improve overall knowledge base of plant employees.

Operational and EHSS Contractor 07/2018—07/2019

Grafton, INC. Overland Park, KS

Contractor in the areas of Operational Improvements and EHSS program implementation.

Developed EHSS programs for clients to include risk assessments, new policy/procedure development, policy/procedure revisions and implementation leading to ISO9000 - Quality Management Systems, ISO14001- Environmental Management Systems and ISO45001- Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems Certification

Reviewed production processes and procedures, made and implemented recommendations to improve production rates, safety and environmental performance

Production Manager, Conley Arsenic Acid (AA) Plant 07/2016—06/2018

Lonza Wood Protection (LWP) North America – a Lonza Company Conley, GA

Successful leadership in dual roles as an EHSS Manager and a Production Manager in a multinational chemical and biotech company. Took over operation which was underperforming, producing 1.5 batches/day on a 24/7 schedule; revamped processes using Lean Six Sigma methodology to produce 4 batches/day on a 24/5 schedule. Guided team from a directly managed workforce with low initiative to a self-directed workforce with high productivity. Traveled 10-15% of the time per year to multiple sites to maintain consistent performance results.

Completed a Lean Six Sigma project on the plant that improved quality of product, reduced off-specification batches, and drastically increasing production. Discovered and eliminated bottlenecks, strengthened maintenance programs, and changed team’s attitude.

Reduced employee overtime from a 24/7 operation to a 24/5 operation, a 55% reduction in overtime and a $250,000/year savings in labor, while increasing throughput by over 60%.

Updated and enhanced the operator training program to improve overall knowledge base of plant employees.

Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security Manager 07/2012—06/2018

Lonza Wood Protection (LWP) North America – a Lonza Company Conley, GA

Overhauled EHSS programs at multiple sites (7) in 3 states and British Columbia to bring them into compliance with Lonza and local EHSS requirements. Managed a DOT fleet of vehicles that included 25 over the road drivers, 60 tankers, and additional shipments by rail. Influenced measurable results by developing best practices and driving process improvements across site teams utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodology.

Updated all site permits (SWPPP, Air, Waste Water, HW Part B Remediation).

Implemented a LWP Housekeeping and Waste Minimization Program to eliminate obsolete waste material.

Developed, conducted, and analyzed the EHSS Survey for sites to obtain feedback from employees and managers, to improve employee engagement, morale, and participation in site improvement processes.

Developed and implemented a 5-year EHSS improvement plan for LWP –North America.

Recommended and implemented changes to improve DOT, OSHA, EPA, and Security Programs.

Assisted and worked with the Maintenance Department to develop and improve Electrical (EPM) and Mechanical (MPM) Maintenance Programs, leading to improved EHSS performance and operational reliability.

Assisted the Operations Department by serving as a mentor and knowledgeable resource to guide operations improvements.

Safety, Health and Environmental Manager 08/2005-07/2012

Yancey Bros. Co., Caterpillar Dealer for Georgia Austell, GA

Drove efficiency and continuous improvement of all Safety, Health, Environmental (EHS), Security, Department of Transportation (DOT) programs, as well as Workers Compensation, General Liability, Automobile and Property insurance programs for 30 sites.

Utilized Lean Six Sigma processes and methods for the improvement of EHS and DOT programs.

Implemented a site self-audit program and corporate audit program for OSHA, MSHA, EPA and DOT compliance. Reduced employee injuries by 75% and vehicle accidents were reduced 85% from 2005 to 2012.

Cost of General Liability, Workers’ Compensation, Property and Automobile insurance claims <15% of 2005 values.

Experience Modification Factor (EMR) reduced from 1.08 in 2005 to 0.56 in 2013.

Supervisor/manager 05/1996 -10/2004

Ferro Corporation - Polymer additive division Cleveland, OH

Production Manager, Warehouse Manager, Production Supervisor and EHS Trainer

Drove efficiency and continuous improvement of Production and Warehouse Operations using Lean Six Sigma Methods.

Implemented a number of initiatives to improve the Liquid and Stearate Lubricant and Epoxy (Adhesives) Product Lines.

Modified the Powder Stabilizers Operation, increasing throughput, 1st Pass Acceptance and OTIF Delivery rates.

Reviewed Maintenance Plan for Powder Stabilizer Plant and successfully improved equipment reliability at reduced cost.

Power Plant Operator, Training Instructor and Supervisor of Plant Operations 10/1988 – 05/1996

First Energy Corporation – Davis Besse NPS and Avon Lake Plant Toledo and Cleveland, OH

Nuclear Power Plant Operator, Regulatory and Basic Science Instructor and Supervisor of Plant Operations

US Military - Mechanical Division Leading Petty Officer (Machinist Mate 1st Class E-6) (Honorable Discharge)

United States Navy Veteran (1980-1988) Various Duty Stations

Navy Nuclear Power Plant Operator, Maintenance Technician and Regulatory, Power Plant Operations Instructor while serving at various duty stations

Education and Training

Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Risk Management and Corporate Finance

Walden University – Minneapolis, MN

Bachelor of Science – Applied Science and Engineering Technology

Thomas Edison State College – Trenton, NJ

Other – Education and Training

1st Class Machinists Mate – Navy Nuclear Power Program

Multiple Leadership and Supervisory Courses

Certifications

Certifications: BEAC - Certified Process Safety Auditor (CPSA), EAA - Certified Testing Specialist, Certified Remediation Specialist, Certified Air Quality Specialist, Certified Environmental Inspector, Certified Environmental Specialist, Certified Environmental Consultant.

Instructor for: MSHA, OSHA General Industry, Hazardous Waste Operations, Forklift

Facilitator for: Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Process Hazard Analysis, Think Reliability Cause Mapping, Safety in Motion, Six Sigma Practices, EHSS Leadership, Employee Mentoring and Electrical Safe Work Practices

[i]Courses Attended: Hazardous Waste Operations; DOT Hazardous Material Shipping; DOT Function Specific Training and RCRA Hazardous Waste Management Courses.

Awards

Golden Key International Honour Society – Summa Cum Laude graduate.

Project Safe Georgia Distinguished Member Award (2012) – Sponsored by GA DOL, A DOI, GA Employer Committee

Nominated for Ferro Weaver Award for Process Improvement Initiatives in the Powder Stabilizer Plant (2003).

Professional Associations

Georgia Safety Council (GDOL)

Project Safe Georgia

American Society of Safety Engineers

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