John Gilbert, Phr, Hcs, Ddi Certified Facilitator
About John Gilbert, Phr, Hcs, Ddi Certified Facilitator
John Gilbert is a Senior Human Resource Leader at Domtar Inc., with extensive experience in various industries, including manufacturing and logistics. He has held several key HR roles and possesses certifications in PHR, HCS, and DDI facilitation.
Work at Domtar
John Gilbert serves as a Senior Human Resource Leader at Domtar Inc. since 2023. His role is based in North Carolina, where he works on-site. In this position, he focuses on various human resource functions, leveraging his extensive experience in employee relations, recruitment, and talent assessment.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to joining Domtar, John Gilbert held several key positions in human resources across various companies. He worked as the Director of HR Operations at Crown Bakeries from 2022 to 2023. He also served as a Senior Manager of Human Resources at Joy Mining Machinery from 2011 to 2012, and as a Senior Human Resource Manager at Nesco Resource from 2013 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
John Gilbert has a solid educational background in human resources and related fields. He studied Political Science and Criminal Justice at Columbia State Community College, earning an Associate of Science degree. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Pre-Law from Middle Tennessee State University and a Master of Science in Human Resource Development from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, which he completed in 2016.
Background in Manufacturing and Logistics
John Gilbert possesses extensive experience in the manufacturing, service, and logistics/warehousing industries. His expertise includes employee relations, recruitment, talent assessment, and employee retention. He has held various leadership roles, including as Divisional Director of Human Resources at Sanoh America, Inc. and Director of Organizational & Leadership Development at North American Stamping Group.
Leadership and Problem-Solving Skills
John Gilbert is recognized for his exceptional leadership and problem-solving abilities, particularly in a TQPS environment. He applies these skills to facilitate business process and systems redesign, focusing on performance management and change management within department leadership and supervisor-level staff.