CLIFTON E HOUSTON JR
Stockton,USA
Summary
Results-driven Operations Production Lead with years of experience in manufacturing, warehouse operations, and production leadership, Proven ability to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment while consistently achieving production, quality, and performance goals. Skilled in process improvement, quality assurance, employee coaching, and cross-functional collaboration. Recognized for a positive, team-oriented attitude, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a strong record of meeting deadlines, exceeding performance expectations, and adapting to physically demanding work environments. Committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and delivering outstanding results through strong leadership and accountability
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Production Lead
Tesla Factory
Fremont, CA
01.2017 - Current
- Production Lead
- Complete standard work process and follow work instructions, procedures, and rotate as required
- Assist daily production operations, ensuring safety and quality standards are met and driving continuous improvements
- Train and develop team members, implementing training plans and managing cross-training and staff rotations
- Track hourly production progress, escalate issues, and adjust manpower to meet production goals
- Conduct first-level investigations into quality and safety incidents, documenting findings and proposing preventive actions
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by following 5S protocols and ensuring proper PPE usage
- Collaborate with supervisors and cross-functional teams to address operational challenges and improve daily management standards
- GA3
- Working in pre-marriage detecting defects and repairing vehicles in fast paced environment.
- MOS, buying off shots, closing NCs, inspect and repair vehicles on line.
- Problem solving find solutions and finding ways to improve the line.
- I try to follow and help maintain all the KPI in my area
- Coach/train new Associates in my area, motivate others to learn as much as a can.
- POWERTRAIN
- Working in Powertrain making a 100 kilowatt battery.
- Worked in Module Close, Ant Hill, CTL, FGI learned as much as I can in the time I was there. I'm always trying to find ways to improve my knowledge.
- Work with NCM learned how to do rework changing 100 kw to 85p or 80p.
- Dedicated hard worker and i show up on time, have perfect attendance
Shipping/ Receiving
DSC Logistics
Tracy, CA
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Prepare and process a wide variety of shipments; pull and package merchandise. Operate forklift, pallet mover, reach truck, and picker to transport, stage, and store freight. Load and unload trucks, perform cycle counts, and utilize computer to track shipments and inventory.
Resident Assistant
Crest hall Nursing Home
Middle Island, NY
06.2005 - 03.2009
- Assisted the residents with functional and social living.
- Strong patient care skills and ability to provide compassionate care
- Knowledge of medical terminology and basic healthcare procedures
- Ability to perform patient assessments and recognize changes in condition
Steel Mechanic/Welder
Atlas Switch, INC
Garden City, NY
11.2000 - 02.2005
- Welding/Framing for electrical boxes.
- Sheet metal and aluminum Framing.
Education
General Education - undefined
Longwood High School
Middle Island, NYNurse Assistant (CNA) Certification -
VIP Nursing School
San Leandro, CA02-2002
Forklift Certificate -
Tesla
Fremont, CA06-2026
Armed Security -
CJ's World
Stockton, CA02-2026
Skills
- Tasks performing required a high level of skill with variety of hand tools Precision measuring equipment and machinery
- Troubleshooting and rework requiring a sufficient understanding of the functional operations of the item assembled as well as the finish product
- Responsible for quality activities, including self-inspection and inspection
- Practice 5s maintaining and clean up production areas as required
- Identifying damage material and doing MRBs
- Hard worker self-motivated willing to learn new things
- Dependable and always on time, perfect attendance
Timeline
Operations Production Lead
Tesla Factory
01.2017 - Current
Shipping/ Receiving
DSC Logistics
10.2015 - 01.2017
Resident Assistant
Crest hall Nursing Home
06.2005 - 03.2009
Steel Mechanic/Welder
Atlas Switch, INC
11.2000 - 02.2005
General Education - undefined
Longwood High School
Nurse Assistant (CNA) Certification -
VIP Nursing School
Forklift Certificate -
Tesla
Armed Security -
CJ's World