Craig L. Holmes
Buffalo,New York
Summary
Results-driven Quality Technician at Tesla Motors with expertise in quality inspection and root cause analysis. Proven track record of enhancing production efficiency and safety compliance. Skilled in training development and effective communication, leading teams to achieve high-quality standards and optimize processes. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Technician
Tesla Motors
Buffalo, NY
02.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with production, maintenance, engineering, and NPI on V3, Powerstage, and DCDC lines.
- Guided associates at each station to improve teamwork and maintain quality standards.
- Monitored compliance with manufacturing instructions, updating procedures and training personnel accordingly.
- Resolved issues for associates and management by identifying root causes of problems.
- Served as safety advisor for line personnel to ensure a safe working environment.
- Qualified tools and part specifications in partnership with the quality team.
- Conducted daily chemical audits to ensure adherence to MFS and manage expired materials.
- Assisted engineering teams in trials, traveling for 30 days to qualify components for Tesla projects.
Production Associate
Imagine Staffing / Tesla
Buffalo, NY
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Specialized in building and installing LV shelves and fuses on inverter cabinet line.
- Recognized for speed and quality while reworking DCDC trays, leading to additional responsibilities.
- Achieved record production rates under guidance of Nicholas Weaver, enhancing efficiency in assembly.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently meet daily production targets.
- Conducted quality inspections on products prior to packaging to ensure compliance with standards.
- Trained new associates on production processes, machinery operation, and safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages to maintain continuous production flow.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency across operations.
Flexo Press Operator
Flexo Transparent, LLC
Buffalo, NY
07.2016 - 09.2019
- Operated 6, 8, and 10 color flexographic printing presses to produce high-quality materials.
- Conducted routine maintenance on printing equipment, ensuring optimal reliability and performance.
- Monitored print quality, adjusting settings to maintain color accuracy and registration standards.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to meet production deadlines consistently.
- Followed safety protocols rigorously to uphold a secure working environment.
- Trained new operators on machine functions and safety procedures, enhancing operational knowledge.
- Maintained detailed records of production runs and material usage for process optimization.
- Troubleshot technical issues promptly to minimize downtime during operations.
Flex Team Member
American Sales Company
Lancaster, NY
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Selected, packed, stacked, and loaded health and beauty items for 750 supermarkets across the U.S.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to rotate through all warehouse departments.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated effective teamwork skills with production and transport staff members.
- Completed Lockout/Tagout training to enhance workplace safety.
- Committed to delivering high-quality results efficiently and safely.
Inventory Supervisor
WIS International
Amherst, NY
09.2013 - 08.2015
- Analyzed service levels continuously to identify areas for improvement.
- Managed inventory control processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised teams of 5 to 40 associates during inventory audits and stock counts.
- Trained staff on inventory management systems and best practices, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Coordinated with departments to streamline inventory operations and reduce discrepancies.
- Developed schedules for inventory counts to minimize disruptions in workflow.
- Reported on inventory operations, including stock levels and necessary adjustments.
- Assigned tasks strategically to maximize productivity and meet deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY05-2009
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Quality inspection
- Safety compliance
- Chemical auditing
- Root cause analysis
- Procedure updating
- Inventory management
- Pallet jack operation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Project management software
- Collaboration tools
- Video editing software
- Graphic design software
- Effective communication skills
- Team leadership
- Problem solving strategies
- Training development
- Attention to detail
- Inspection techniques
- Sampling procedures
- Reporting skills
- Destructive testing expertise
- Material testing proficiency
- Measuring techniques
- Quality metrics analysis
- Materials handling expertise
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing knowledge
- Visual inspection techniques
- Quality training programs
- Final inspection processes
- Process monitoring skills
- Conformance evaluation methods
- Calibration standards adherence
- Product inspection techniques
- Lean manufacturing principles
Affiliations
- Buffalo State College Alumni
- Buffalo Apollo Media Center
- Squeaky Wheel
References
- Ryan Ellis, (716) 289-4664, Supervisor, Tesla Motors, Buffalo, NY
- William Fernandez, (818) 231-4571, Lead Production Associate, Tesla Motors, Buffalo, NY
- Autumn Steinkirchner, (716) 361-8492, Quality Supervisor, Tesla Motors, Buffalo, NY
- Charles Green, (716) 720-6455, Quality Supervisor, Tesla Motors, Buffalo, NY
Equipment
- Forklift
- Pallet Jack
- Studio Cams
- Prompter
- Switcher
- Character Generator
- Audio Board
- Panasonic AG-DVC30
- Sony HVR-V1U
Timeline
Quality Technician
Tesla Motors
02.2020 - Current
Production Associate
Imagine Staffing / Tesla
09.2019 - 02.2020
Flexo Press Operator
Flexo Transparent, LLC
07.2016 - 09.2019
Flex Team Member
American Sales Company
07.2015 - 07.2016
Inventory Supervisor
WIS International
09.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies
SUNY Buffalo State
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