Manager Plant

GREG J. JOHNSTON **** River Run St. SW,

Grandville, MI 49418

Cell: 616-***-****

E-Mail: *******@*******.***

SUMMARY

Results focused leader with experience in Lean Transformation, building teams and developing people. Over 15 years of progressive management experience including manufacturing management, materials and

logistic roles. A change agent who strives to engage everyone in cultural change to bring about necessary improvements in a timely manner.

EXPERTISE

● Team building and leadership ● HACCP development / implementation

● Lean Strategy ● Metric & SOP development ● Manufacturing Optimization ● SQF, GMP, SPC

MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Developed, led and implemented management restructuring efforts, resulting in over 200k in annual labor savings while creating consistency across all departments.

• Launched a statistical based net weight program which lead to a 50% reduction in retail powder giveaway.

• Developed Dryer moisture ranges by analyzing historical data which resulted in a 15% increase in dried moisture levels, and increased powder yields.

• Engage employees in continuous improvement activities and Lean Manufacturing practices resulting in increased operating efficiencies, quality, delivery and food safety throughout the operation.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

El Matador Enterprises, Grand Rapids, MI. August 2011 - July 2012

Plant Manager - Responsible for all plant functions of a $6.5 million tortilla chip operation.

• Developed and implemented performance and budgetary metrics for the plant.

• Developed foundation for a more efficient operation, as well as an additional $2 million in sales growth through strategic re-structuring within the plant.

• Helped lead plant through initial SQF audit and certification.

Bay Valley Foods, Wayland, MI. January 2009 – August 2011 Plant Production Manager. Direct all production operations for non-dairy, powdered creamers supplying both bulk, and private label retail customers in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

• Initiated the development and implementation of SOP’s for all production areas, including training and training matrix sign off. Reduced labor costs by 100k annually through labor optimization.

• Member of HACCP development team - process mapping, and CCP assessment.

• Implemented KPI tracking and goal setting which resulted in a 20% reduction in waste, retail rework reduction of 50% and increased retail operating efficiency of 8%.

• Managed several Material Balance studies to determine current process capabilities, and modify current financial standards.

• Budget responsibilities: 3.5 Million in direct labor and supplies, as well as Capital Budget responsibilities.

• Key involvement in SQF level 2 certification and implementation process.

Kent Quality Foods, Grand Rapids, MI. 2004 – 2008

Operations Manager. Managed and directed all production and manufacturing activities.

Responsible for 100+ employees in a USDA regulated environment.

• Increased overall production efficiency by 10%.

• Increased retail yields by 8%.

• Created consistency in direction, goals and procedures across all production departments.

• Worked with company owners, sales and management team to determine long term strategic plan, and company direction.

Production Manager

• Managed all aspects of production in various departments.

• Analyzed capacity needs, and maximized production floor layout.

• Developed SOP’s for all positions

• Organized and led a team which planned, and implemented the restructuring of manufacturing, resulting in improved food safety, consolidation from three to two production departments and reduced labor costs.

Johnson Controls Interiors, Holland, MI 1998 – 2004

Production Supervisor

• Lead up to 50 direct reports responsible for producing interior components for GM, Ford and Chrysler.

• Increased efficiency by 25%. Publicly recognized by Plant Manager.

• Selected to lead the company’s benchmark, lean manufacturing line. Reduced inventory holding costs by 50%

• Selected to apply lean manufacturing practices to the company’s next targeted line for conversion, and successfully lead team through all stages.

Launch Materials:

Responsible for helping launch a new Ford program. Launch was successful.

Lead Materials Supervisor:

• Responsible for a team of 45 employees, including 3 supervisors across 3 shifts and 2 sites.

• Negotiated contract with carrier to provide long term transportation of goods between the two sites.

• Mentored three individuals who were later selected to be supervisors.

• Selected to lead material handling continuous improvement team for Holland.

C.H. Robinson Company, Kentwood, MI 1996 -1998

Logistics Coordinator/Transportation Broker

• Located new customers and carriers to contract with.

• One of five selected to manage the company’s largest national account (Gatorade/Snapple).

• Selected for new position which acted as liaison between customer, carriers and C.H. Robinson

Prince Corporation, Holland, MI 1994 -1995

Manufacturer of Chrysler overheads.

Johnston Dairy Farm, Linden, MI.

• Family owned business - Worked throughout high school

EDUCATION: Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI

Bachelor of Business Administration

Emphasis: Business Management

APICS Courses:

Basics of Supply Chain Management

Materials and Resource Planning

Inventory Control

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