Macord
Johnson

Summary

I lead high-stakes operations where precision, safety, and efficiency are non-negotiable. Most recently as Chief Operations Officer, I directed operational strategy for an explosive test range, reorganized production facilities to meet state safety standards, and negotiated vendor contracts that cut procurement costs by 23%. With an MBA and 30 years of experience managing complex projects under pressure, I bring a proven track record of improving productivity, reducing costs, and delivering results in fast-paced environments.

Impact

Experience

1. 2024-2025

   Chief Operations Officer

   WORKSITE LIGHTING LLC · Haltom City, TX

   • Followed up with vendors on 50 open purchase orders for test range materials, checked promised delivery dates against production needs, and pushed late shipments so testing and production work kept moving on schedule.
   • Developed cost and schedule frameworks for multiple test range program elements, applying financial and program management standards to establish baseline agreements and monitor execution against established timelines and budget targets.
   • Evaluated technical issues arising in test range operations and drove implementation of innovative solutions to resolve multiple operational constraints, working with production and facilities teams to maintain testing continuity.
   • Built and maintained collaborative relationships with multiple external vendors, contractors, and government agencies supporting test range operations, coordinating resource needs and contract terms to align with operational priorities.
   • Tracked multiple program deliverables and project milestones across the test range operations, monitoring progress against established timelines and ensuring alignment with operational priorities.
   • Generated regular analytical reviews and reports using spreadsheet tools to monitor testing efficiency, safety compliance, and operational productivity metrics across the test range.
   • Led the development and execution of operational strategies for an explosive test range, resulting in a 32% increase in testing efficiency and improved safety compliance across all activities.
   • Directed the reorganization of production facilities, ensuring adherence to state safety standards while achieving a 40% boost in operational productivity.
   • Managed vendor relationships to secure advantageous contracts, contributing to a 23% reduction in procurement costs and enhancing resource management.
   • Oversaw the planning and execution of facilities upgrades, facilitating a streamlined approach to equipment replacement and capital outlay that saved the organization over $6,000 monthly.

2. 2006-2018

   Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team Leader/Flight Superintendent – NCOIC

   UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ·

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   • Managed, mentored, and lead a team of three newly graduated EOD technicians.
   • Analyzed open-source intelligence sources to develop and build scenarios for flight members.
   • Managed EOD operations identifying, rendering safe, disarming, demolition, and disposing of explosive, incendiary, chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear hazards/materials.
   • Coordinated response between Nellis EOD flight and 99th SFS grenade range, to streamline response and minimize down time.

3. 2018-2024

   Management Consultant

   U.S. Air Force · Boosier City, La

   • Built and revised content, lesson materials and briefing slides for several career development seminars, matching topics to the needs of enlisted personnel and updating the material as benefits and career rules changed.
   • • Coordinated and facilitated career development seminars, enhancing engagement and participation by 33% through effective communication and strategic planning. • Monitored and improved the mandatory briefing program for personnel, achieving a 22% increase in compliance with career counseling and benefits information sessions. • Collaborated with leadership to design and implement professional enhancement programs, improving career progression awareness among enlisted personnel by 18%. • Streamlined the documentation process for force management initiatives, leading to improved project timelines and a 15% reduction in administrative errors.

Skills

Education and certifications

Service record

Branch

U.S. Air Force

Rank

E-7

Years served

1994 – 2024

Specialty / MOS

3E871

Security clearance

Top Secret/SCI