Chrisley Knox
Oxnard,CA
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in many areas, and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Machining Student
Ventura County Community College
Oxnard, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Managed time, material and manufacture in manufacturing project classes.
- Set up and manufactured numerous parts using Haas CNC mills and lathes.
- Programmed code for CNC mills and lathes.
- Designed fixtures for CNC mills.
- Designed and programmed cobot arm to assist in loading and unloading of parts from machinery.
- Designed and 3D printed full array of 23 Sand crab sifters for biology department chair of college. Finishing a project that had been going on for 2 years.
- Use precision measuring equipment to ensure parts made fall within geometric dimensions and tolerances.
Research and Development Technician
Drum Workshop Inc. Dw Drums
Oxnard, CA
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure product consistency and reliability by designing pneumatic pedal tester.
- Wrote documentation for set up, maintenance, and repair of all drum pedals still in use by the company today.
- My team developed the DWe wireless electronic drum kit. I designed the physical triggers, star plates, and mounting hardware for the system, along with providing input on graphical user interface elements for the accompanying software.
- Managed projects and produced high quality products on an extremely limited budget.
- Designed numerous products and packaging among the various holdings of the company that are still being sold today.
- Implemented numerous revisions according to input from customers, and adapted current products to better match the needs of the customers.
- Reduced production costs by identifying areas for improvement in manufacturing processes and materials sourcing, along with new materials to allow us to enter into other parallel markets.
Construction Mechanic
US Navy
Gulfport, MS -Port Hueneme CA
10.2006 - 10.2011
- Worked in heavy, light, and generator shops.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices for equipment repair and maintenance procedures.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals for troubleshooting and repair purposes.
- Collaborated with team of technicians to complete projects and meet deadlines.
- Performed soldering to repair damaged components on generators.
- Evaluated equipment to determine necessary repairs and maintenance requirements.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
Education
Advanced Manufacturing
Ventura College
Ventura, CA12-2026
Certificate of Technical Studies - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Buckeye Hills Career Center
Rio Grande, OH05-2005
Skills
- Performance improvement
- Innovation skills
- Project planning
- Problem-solving
- Self-directed learning
- Technical writing
- Task prioritization
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Punctual and reliable
- Computer skills
- Research and analysis
Timeline
Machining Student
Ventura County Community College
01.2023 - Current
Research and Development Technician
Drum Workshop Inc. Dw Drums
08.2019 - 01.2023
Construction Mechanic
US Navy
10.2006 - 10.2011
Advanced Manufacturing
Ventura College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Buckeye Hills Career Center