Rodney Johnston
Gustine
Summary
Resourceful Foreman known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in project management, team leadership, and safety compliance, ensuring projects meet quality standards on time. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, leveraging these soft skills to lead teams effectively and overcome challenges in fast-paced environments.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part Time Maintenance
City Of Gustine
10.2025 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Creamery Foreman/Supervisor
Saputo dairy llc
06.2008 - 09.2025
- To keep all lines running efficiently with no downtime.
- Communicate with Lab and production on product needs.
- To help with scheduling in a union environment.
- Oversee employees and make sure everyone follows GMPs.
- Order bulk dairy tankers as needed.
- Oversee mixes being prepared and standardize or build mixes according to specs.
- Everything from specialty ice creams to aerosol and whipping creams, and lactose-free milks.
- Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
- Perform chemical titrations during CIPs on holding tanks.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Scheduled staff shifts based on project needs and availability.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize production efficiency.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring adequate supply of materials for ongoing production.
- Led safety training sessions to promote a culture of workplace safety and compliance.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
- Raised overall crew proficiency with ongoing skill development initiatives targeting areas identified for improvement.
Journeyman hanger and framer
Ruggaber Drywall
01.1995 - 05.2008
- The job was to hang drywall and frame metal studs, according to job needs.
- To make sure the job was done quickly and in a professional manner.
- Ensured compliance with local codes regarding building regulations.
- Monitored progress of construction activities making sure deadlines were met.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
Military Police/Heavy Equipment Operator
United States Army
08.1989 - 08.1994
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all actions taken while on duty.
- Responded to emergency calls involving accidents or other incidents requiring medical attention.
- Interacted with civilian law enforcement agencies regarding investigations that involve both military and civilian personnel.
- Inspected vehicles entering and leaving the installation for contraband or weapons.
- Maintained accountability of government-issued weapons and equipment issued to unit personnel.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe environment for all service members by enforcing rules against underage drinking or drug abuse at social events held on the installation.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hughson High School
Hughson, CA06.1988
Skills
- Fork Lift
- Multitasking
- Tanker Experience
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Construction
- Office Administration
- Drywall
- Tractor-Trailer
- Mowing
- Class A CDL
- Loader Operation
- Heavy equipment operator
- Commercial construction experience
- First Aid Training
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Dependable and responsible
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Organization and time management
Certification
Fork Lift ,Yard Truck
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Part Time Maintenance
City Of Gustine
10.2025 - Current
Creamery Foreman/Supervisor
Saputo dairy llc
06.2008 - 09.2025
Journeyman hanger and framer
Ruggaber Drywall
01.1995 - 05.2008
Military Police/Heavy Equipment Operator
United States Army
08.1989 - 08.1994
High School Diploma -
Hughson High School