MATTHEW J JOHNSON
Sioux falls
Summary
Achieved Operations Manager role in food manufacturing after three years, managing production across pork, beef, and poultry sectors. Progressed from entry-level to management through effective leadership and mastery of industry skills. Consistently met and exceeded performance targets, driving team success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Specialist/ Regulated Waste
Amazon Fulfillment Center FSD1
12.2024 - Current
- Maintained compliance of Amazon FSD1 with all Federal and State regulations for hazardous materials.
- Facilitated training for team members on safe spill cleanup procedures according to regulations.
- Managed training records in alignment with policy and regulatory requirements.
- Executed audits and inspections based on leadership assignments, promoting operational integrity.
Process Assistant
Amazon Fulfillment Center FSD1
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Oversaw daily operations on Inbound Stow floor to ensure efficiency.
- Assigned workstations and provided coaching and performance feedback to team members.
- Tracked attendance and payroll by coding team members accurately.
- Served as point of contact for new hires, facilitating smooth acclimation on Day 1.
- Executed tasks assigned by leadership to support operational objectives.
Operations Manager
Grand Prairie Foods
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Oversaw all 2nd shift operations for Raw, RTE, QA, Maintenance, and Logistics with 125 direct reports.
- Collaborated with USDA to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Trained and mentored senior leads and team members to maximize efficiency and productivity.
- Conducted comprehensive safety training for all employees.
- Developed and implemented training programs from entry-level to management positions.
- Executed job risk assessments multiple times daily and trained hourly team members on assessment procedures.
- Monitored HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) to maintain food safety standards.
- Completed tasks assigned by supervisor as required.
Operations Manager
Tony Downs Foods
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained product specifications during production runs to ensure quality standards.
- Delivered product specifications to maintenance and QA leads every day.
- Performed job risk assessments multiple times daily while training team members on these processes.
- Tracked HACCP critical control points to safeguard product safety.
- Oversaw daily attendance and allocated job assignments to optimize workflow.
- Adjusted oven temperatures, line speeds, and chill tank depths for optimal yields, complying with GMP, USDA, and company guidelines for IQF ready-to-eat items.
- Completed all tasks requested by leadership efficiently.
Cut Floor Manager
Smithfield Foods
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Managed daily operations for picnic line, trim blend, rib line, retail pack, and hydro hop.
- Conducted random job risk assessments and trained hourly team in assessment techniques.
- Monitored HACCP compliance and documented policy variances with corrective actions.
- Mentored team on product specifications, leadership practices, and accountability.
- Completed attendance records and processed payroll documentation accurately.
- Executed tasks assigned by leadership efficiently.
Break Chain Supervisor
Tyson Foods
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Oversaw production floor operations, enhancing efficiency and increasing output.
- Developed chain stop audit sheet to systematically analyze and track production delays.
- Minimized lost production time through rigorous auditing practices.
- Optimized break placements on carcass to maximize yield.
- Conducted job risk assessments bi-daily, training team members for independent evaluations.
- Monitored HACCP protocols to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
- Mentored team members and supervisors to foster skill development.
Cut Floor Production Supervisor
JBS
08.2016 - 10.2018
- Directed personnel on shift in operations to comply with sound principles and company procedures.
- Oversaw production areas including Loin line, belly line, Break Chain, Picnics, and Shoulder chop.
- Managed Loin puller machine settings for precise product specifications.
- Established main chain speed to optimize efficiency during production runs.
- Enhanced food safety and productivity through effective employee training initiatives.
- Proactively addressed operational delays to ensure adherence to production timelines.
- Maintained oversight of machinery and facility sanitation for efficient operations.
- Worked with other supervisors and management to foster teamwork within plant facilities.
Enlisted Soldier
United States Army
07.2005 - 05.2010
- Executed demolition and construction projects as a Combat Engineer with Alpha 110.
- Conducted maintenance and repair of military vehicles within 1438th MRBC.
- Participated in training drills to improve tactical proficiency among team members.
- Led reconnaissance activities, assessing enemy threats and environmental conditions.
- Worked alongside allied units to streamline operational effectiveness.
- Applied engineering principles to enhance protective structures and facilities.
- Promoted safety awareness through regular training sessions for team members.
- Mentored junior soldiers, focusing on skill development and career progression.
Security Forces Member
United States Air Force
01.2000 - 07.2002
- Oversaw security measures for 509th Security Forces Squadron at Whitemann AFB.
- Performed law enforcement tasks, maintaining safety throughout the base.
- Investigated incidents thoroughly, providing detailed reports for resolution.
- Led training initiatives, increasing effectiveness of squadron members.
- Collaborated with external law enforcement to improve public safety efforts.
- Utilized surveillance equipment to identify and address security threats.
- Developed and enforced security policies to protect resources and personnel.
Education
High school Diploma - undefined
Macon Co. High School
01.1999
Skills
- Risk identification and assessment
- Workplace inspections for safety
- Audit procedures and oversight
- Chemical safety handling techniques
- Incident reporting and investigation
- Lockout/tagout safety measures
- Management of occupational health hazards
- Safety auditing processes
- Crisis management protocols
- Documentation and report writing skills
- Ergonomics assessments and evaluations
- Industrial hygiene knowledge base
- Training development and delivery
- Machine safeguarding practices
- Confined space safety protocols
- OSHA regulations compliance expertise
- Investigative analysis in incidents
- Occupational health policies enforcement
- Emergency response strategies development
- Compliance with regulatory standards
Certification
- January 2000 – March 2000 | Initial Airmen Training
- Air Force Security Forces Training Squadron April 2000 – July 2000
- 2002 | Missouri Department Of Public Safety Correctional Officer CO1 Certification
- OSHA 10 hour training
- OSHA 30 hour training
- 2018 DEKRA Tyson safety training course
- Tyson 3 L Leadership course at Corporate offices
- Red cross Adult and Infant CPR/AED certification
Awards
Army Commendation Medal, Louisiana Emergency Duty Appreciation Medal, Funeral Honors Ribbon, Commanders Coin
Timeline
Safety Specialist/ Regulated Waste
Amazon Fulfillment Center FSD1
12.2024 - Current
Process Assistant
Amazon Fulfillment Center FSD1
08.2023 - 02.2024
Operations Manager
Grand Prairie Foods
05.2022 - 07.2023
Operations Manager
Tony Downs Foods
07.2021 - 05.2022
Cut Floor Manager
Smithfield Foods
12.2019 - 11.2020
Break Chain Supervisor
Tyson Foods
10.2018 - 12.2019
Cut Floor Production Supervisor
JBS
08.2016 - 10.2018
Enlisted Soldier
United States Army
07.2005 - 05.2010
Security Forces Member
United States Air Force
01.2000 - 07.2002
High school Diploma - undefined
Macon Co. High School
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