Mark Johnson
Telford
Summary
Accomplished Plant Manager at Adient Seating UK LTD, adept in lean manufacturing processes and fostering team development. Demonstrated success in enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs by 30%, leveraging expertise in project management and effective leadership. Skilled in driving significant performance improvements and cultivating productive, safety-conscious work environments.
Experienced with managing plant operations and ensuring optimal production efficiency. Utilizes strategic planning and resource allocation to streamline processes and improve productivity. Track record of fostering collaborative work environment and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Results-driven management professional with proven track record in overseeing plant operations and optimizing production processes. Adept at fostering team collaboration and ensuring operational efficiency while adapting to evolving demands. Strong skills in resource management, process improvement, and safety compliance. Reliable and goal-oriented, consistently delivering impactful outcomes through strategic leadership and decisive action.
Manufacturing professional with extensive experience in plant operations and production management. Proven history of implementing process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and product quality. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs, bringing valuable organizational and leadership skills to role.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Plant Manager
Adient Seating UK LTD
Wednesbury, United Kingdom
05.2022 - Current
- Motivated staff to exceed production targets with regular feedback and support.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations to ensure a secure work environment.
- Analyzed financial performance to identify areas for cost reduction.
- Managed operational budgets by prioritizing cost-effective strategies for resource allocation.
- Enhanced workplace safety culture for reduced incident rates.
- Streamlined production processes by adopting lean manufacturing principles.
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- 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.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses on production issues, identifying solutions for continuous improvement efforts.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends in workplace injuries or near-misses; implemented corrective actions accordingly.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Built strong relationships with regulatory agencies and ensured compliance with all environmental permits; maintained an exemplary safety record.
- Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and improve communication across departments.
- Collaborated with engineering team to design new machinery, resulting in increased production capacity.
- Championed sustainable practices throughout the facility, implementing waste reduction strategies and energy-efficient technologies.
- Reduced downtime with proactive maintenance schedules.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to improve overall plant performance.
- Enhanced plant productivity by streamlining operational processes.
- Pioneered lean manufacturing approach, reducing unnecessary costs and increasing efficiency.
- Fostered culture of safety, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
- Spearheaded initiatives to improve employee engagement and job satisfaction.
Operations Manager
Adient Seating UK LTD
Wednesbury, United Kingdom
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Conducted market analysis for informed decision-making and resource allocation.
- Managed departmental budgets by analyzing expenditures and reallocating resources for maximum impact.
- Streamlined operational processes by identifying bottlenecks and implementing targeted solutions.
- Conducted process audits to identify areas for improvement and implemented best practices.
- Reviewed financial reports, identified cost trends, and adjusted operational strategies accordingly.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Led successful change initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions during organizational restructuring efforts.
- Implemented sustainability initiatives, reducing environmental impact.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Quality and Logistics Manager
Adient Seating UK LTD
Wednesbury, United Kingdom
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Mentored logistics staff for enhanced performance and improved team morale.
- Implemented waste reduction initiatives to lower operational expenses.
- Generated comprehensive reports for senior management to highlight operational trends.
- Achieved streamlined supply chain processes by implementing inventory management strategies.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
- Maintained accurate documentation to support regulatory requirements.
- Motivated and guided quality assurance team to achieve ambitious project objectives.
- Developed and executed quality improvement initiatives for reduced defect rates.
- Identified compliance gaps for proactive risk management and mitigation.
- Achieved higher customer satisfaction with continuous process evaluations.
- Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
- Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration, ensuring seamless communication between departments regarding quality matters.
- Conducted thorough audits to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance consistently.
- Evaluated quality problems and performed assessments to identify and resolve issues.
- Mentored and encouraged employees to strive for excellence while fostering professional growth.
- Coordinated and oversaw periodic audits to evaluate product quality and safety and address non-conformances.
- Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Streamlined production processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Wrote and implemented new rework procedures to standardize processes and streamline workflow.
- Increased customer satisfaction through adherence to quality standards and customer requirements.
- Promoted a proactive approach to risk management within the organization, mitigating potential concerns before they escalated into larger issues.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives by actively seeking opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction.
- Increased efficiency of the QMS by regularly reviewing procedures and making updates based on changing business needs or industry advancements.
- Calibrated instruments and scales in production area and quality lab.
- Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
Quality Manager
Adient Seating UK LTD
Wednesbury, United Kingdom
02.2013 - 07.2018
- Maintained accurate documentation to support regulatory requirements.
- Motivated and guided quality assurance team to achieve ambitious project objectives.
- Developed and executed quality improvement initiatives for reduced defect rates.
- Identified compliance gaps for proactive risk management and mitigation.
- Achieved higher customer satisfaction with continuous process evaluations.
- Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
- Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration, ensuring seamless communication between departments regarding quality matters.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Quality Systems Engineer
Johnson Controls Automotive UK LTD
Telford, United Kingdom
06.2010 - 02.2013
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality control procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction.
- Served as a liaison between Engineering and Manufacturing teams during product lifecycle transitions, facilitating smooth handoffs.
- Evaluated supplier performance, conducting audits and providing feedback to improve vendor relationships and ensure consistent material quality.
- Implemented statistical process control methodologies to monitor production performance, enabling proactive identification of potential issues before they escalated into problems.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify areas for improvement, leading to a reduction in product defects.
- Collaborated with other departments for timely resolution of customer complaints, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices, incorporating new techniques to drive continuous improvement within the organization.
- Provided support during product recall efforts, ensuring proper documentation and timely communication with affected customers.
- Reduced scrap rates through rigorous process validation activities prior to full-scale production rampup.
- Improved product quality by implementing and maintaining robust quality systems processes.
Quality Engineer
Johnson Controls Automotive UK LTD
Telford, United Kingdom
06.2009 - 06.2010
- Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
- Improved customer satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Implemented process improvements based on Lean Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in reduced waste and increased efficiency.
Manufacturing Quality Technician
Johnson Controls Automotive UK LTD
Telford, United Kingdom
10.2004 - 06.2009
- Decreased defect rates by refining quality control measures and monitoring systems.
- Performed root-cause analysis on defective products, driving continuous improvement efforts throughout the facility.
- Audited internal processes for compliance with ISO standards, maintaining regulatory adherence at all times.
- Improved production efficiency through meticulous data analysis and continuous process improvement initiatives.
Owner
Air Records UK
Telford, United Kingdom
01.2003 - 03.2007
- Increased brand visibility by launching targeted marketing campaigns.
- Built lasting relationships with customers through personalized interactions.
- Conducted market research for informed product development.
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Optimized budgeting processes by implementing cost-control measures.
- Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
- Created financial plans and budgets to optimize resources, track expenses, and ensure profitability.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Birmingham
Birmingham 02.2016 - 10.2020
No Degree - Engineering Support
Telford Collage of Arts And Technology
Telford08-2004
No Degree - 5 GCSE's A-C
Thomas Telford School
Telford08-2000
Skills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Project management
- Operations management
- Production planning
- Safety management
- Facility management
- Training programs
- Team building and development
- Lean manufacturing processes
- Cost control
- Energy management
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Six sigma expertise
- Regulatory compliance
- Production and processing management
- Strategic thinker
- Quality assurance
- Resource management
- KPI tracking
- Total quality management
- Waste reduction
- Six sigma methodology
- Cost reduction
- Cross-functional coordination
- Performance improvements
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Effective leader
- Relationship building
- Operational efficiency
- Staff training/development
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Recruitment and hiring
- Goal setting
- Interpersonal communication
- Business leadership
- Strategic planning
- Time management abilities
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
Hobbies
Hiking, Football and House renovation
Timeline
Plant Manager
Adient Seating UK LTD
05.2022 - Current
Operations Manager
Adient Seating UK LTD
12.2019 - 05.2022
Quality and Logistics Manager
Adient Seating UK LTD
07.2018 - 12.2019
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Birmingham
02.2016 - 10.2020
Quality Manager
Adient Seating UK LTD
02.2013 - 07.2018
Quality Systems Engineer
Johnson Controls Automotive UK LTD
06.2010 - 02.2013
Quality Engineer
Johnson Controls Automotive UK LTD
06.2009 - 06.2010
Manufacturing Quality Technician
Johnson Controls Automotive UK LTD
10.2004 - 06.2009
Owner
Air Records UK
01.2003 - 03.2007
No Degree - Engineering Support
Telford Collage of Arts And Technology
No Degree - 5 GCSE's A-C
Thomas Telford School