Christopher LaCroix
Roseville, MI,Michigan
Summary
Dedicated worker with 8+ years experience in prototype assembly, manufacturing, and production making quality parts as a supplier. Reads Work Orders, CAD Drawings, and Blueprints in order to complete assembly tasks. Strong background in Fanuc Robotics and robotic assembly and production cells. Great communication and can easily work in a team environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Lead
Vehma International
Troy, Mi
02.2026 - Current
- Led production line workflows to maintain safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
- Coordinated staffing, task assignments, and shift handoffs to sustain continuous output.
- Trained operators on standard work, equipment use, and housekeeping expectations.
- Collaborated with Quality Control teams to address any issues identified during inspections, implementing corrective actions as necessary to prevent reoccurrence.
- Reduced downtime by proactively identifying potential bottlenecks and addressing them promptly.
- Handled production line documentation for waste, downtime and output.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing actionable feedback and support for further professional development.
- Updated production metrics and facilitate regular team communication.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and worked with maintenance on timely repairs
Journeyman Metal Model Maker
Vehma International
Troy, MI
03.2016 - 02.2026
- Aligned, joined and fit steel, metal and aluminum using Mig and Tig
- Cut, shaped metal components using power tools
- 8+ Years experience programming and moving Fanuc weld robots, material handling robots and spot weld robots in teach mode
- Operated robotic cell machinery
- Repaired and maintained robotic welding equipment such as Lincoln and Fronius welding setups
- Dressed out new robots with welding equipment, torches and dress packs
- Troubleshooting Fanuc robot faults and breakdowns
- Completed proactive maintenance and repair actions to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Assembled parts using manual spot weld equipment and prototype tooling
- Performed light machine work using bridgeport, drill press and lathe
- Performed metal finishing
- Basic Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs and Studio 5000 Software
- Knowledge of COGNEX Vision Systems
- Responded to problems with production equipment and completed timely repairs
- Inspected and repaired pneumatic cylinders, prox sensors, and tooling on production line
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep production line in top working condition.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Reduced workplace hazards by adhering to all required safety protocols while performing high-risk tasks such as lockout/tagout procedures or working near energized equipment.
- Forklift and overhead crain certified
- Lockout tag out certified
Education
Journeyman Certificate - Tool And Die Technology
Oakland Community College
Auburn Hills, Mi04.2022
Skills
- Welding Techniques
- Preventative Maintenance
- Mechanically Inclined
- Time Management
- Problem Solver
- Fast Learner/Willingness To Learn
- Fairness Committee Member
- Safety Committee Member
Timeline
Production Lead
Vehma International
02.2026 - Current
Journeyman Metal Model Maker
Vehma International
03.2016 - 02.2026
Journeyman Certificate - Tool And Die Technology
Oakland Community College