KENNETH BRADEN

Oakland, California *****

510-***-**** - ad4i96@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with proven track record of troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining production machinery and equipment to achieve optimal efficiency. Proficient in understanding and interpreting blueprints, schematics and technical drawings to manage equipment according to specifications. SKILLS

Materials Knowledge

Instruction Development

Product Testing

Production Methods

Processes Implementation

Equipment Preparation

Staff Training

Schematic Interpretation

Good Manufacturing Practices

WORK HISTORY

11/2022 to Current Manufacturing Technician

Bloom Energy – Fremont, CA

Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality. Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.

Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications. Trained and supervised production staff in use of equipment and machinery. Assembled and tested parts and components to meet safety and performance standards.

Installed and maintained manufacturing equipment according to manufacturer specifications.

08/2015 to 09/2022 Production Technician Lead

Tesla Motors – Fremont, CA

Promptly documented and reported all defective equipment and hazardous conditions.

Trained and supervised production personnel to properly use production equipment and apply best practices.

Performed setup of production equipment to establish optimal performance. Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs. Inspected equipment and systems to identify issues, immediately reporting problems to repair technicians.

Collaborated with engineering and other departments to meet production goals and promote teamwork.

Executed continuous improvement initiatives to streamline production processes. Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.

Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.

Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows. Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes. EDUCATION

06/1983 Diploma : General Studies

Castlemont High School - Oakland, CA

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