Dalena Lam
Denver,CO
Summary
Results-driven Assembly Lead with expertise in team coordination, quality assurance, and safety compliance. Proven ability to implement Lean Manufacturing principles and train employees, enhancing productivity and operational efficiency.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Lead
TTM TECHNOLOGIES INC
Denver, Colorado
2020.09 - Current
- Led assembly team in daily production tasks and workflow coordination.
- Trained new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored equipment performance to ensure optimal operation and quality standards.
- Collaborated with quality assurance to identify and resolve assembly issues.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during assembly operations and training sessions.
- Communicated with management regarding production schedules and team performance.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback to improve productivity.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly to recognize achievements.
- Inspected finished products for defects prior to shipment.
- Trained new team members on proper use of tools and equipment.
- Ensured that all products meet quality standards prior to shipment.
- Provided guidance, support, and feedback to motivate employees and encourage teamwork.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles throughout the assembly area including 5S organization methods.
- Coordinated with other departments to resolve any issues or problems encountered during assembly operations.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities within the department through improved workflow design or alternative materials selection.
- Constructed and finalized products according to specified guidelines. according to production schedules.
- Documented and communicated product damage for supervisor review. product damage and malfunctions for supervisor review.
Production Assembler
Milgard Windows & Doors
Denver, Colorado
2014.08 - 2020.05
- Assembled window and door components using hand tools and power equipment.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety standards.
- Trained new employees on assembly procedures and safety protocols.
- Stocked supplies needed for assembly process such as screws, nuts bolts.
- Assisted newly hired team members by explaining company procedures and safety requirements.
- Completed production reports to communicate team production level to supervisor.
- Repaired defective parts using appropriate machinery or hand tools.
- Assisted other team members with troubleshooting complex problems on the assembly line when required.
- Became Team Leader Vynyl Special Department since 2015
CNC Machine Operator
Custom WindowsCompany
Englewood, Colorado
2012.05 - 2014.08
- Operated CNC machines to create custom window components with precision.
- Monitored machine performance and made adjustments for optimal operation.
- Inspected finished products for quality control and adherence to specifications.
- Trained new operators on CNC machine setup and safety procedures.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety standards.
- Achieved safety, quality, and performance standards to meet production schedules.
- Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
- Observed company's strict safety rules during each shift to avoid job-related injuries.
- Worked with supervisor to debug and develop production processes and learn machine set-up skills.
- Checked accuracy of programs prior to running production runs utilizing simulation software packages.
- Selected the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
- Controlled machine operations to complete precise, high-quality work.
- Stopped machine operation to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement according to required machining sequences.
Electronic Assembly
Creation Technologies
Vancouver, BC- Canada
2007 - 2010
- Assisted in the training of new and existing employees on electronic assembly processes.
- Ensured that parts were properly aligned and connected correctly during assembly.
- Align components for proper fit during assembly processes.
- Verified that all components used during assembly met quality standards.
- Inspected parts for defects such as cracks or breaks before assembly.
- Tested functionality of electronic components before and after disassembly using specialized equipment.
- Scanned documents into electronic files when needed.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Maintain a clean work area during the assembly process.
- Inspected packaging components prior to assembly to ensure accuracy of labels, caps.
- Trained staff members in use of electronic health record systems for accurate coding practices.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Associate Diploma in Child Care
Diploma in Child Care - NSW Australia
NSW AustraliaSkills
- Assembly techniques
- Quality assurance
- Lean manufacturing
- Equipment maintenance
- Tool operation
- Production scheduling
- Workflow management
- Issue resolution
- Problem solving
- Performance evaluation
- Safety compliance
- Employee training
- Team building
- Effective communication
Languages
English
Professional
Vietnamese
Professional
Certification
- Job Instruction Training Master Class year 2014
- Learning to Lead year 2015
- Certificate IPC J STD 2026
- Completion First Aid /CPR / AED at TTM year 2026
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Appreciation As Outstanding Employee for the Month of April , 2018
Custom Section 2
- Dennis Allen : Vinyl Production Supervisor in Milgard 303-618-0228
- Kevin Koinzan : Safety & Quality Manager in Milgard 720-545-3683
- Tim Collard : Production Manager in Custom Windows : 303-358-1506
Timeline
Assembly Lead
TTM TECHNOLOGIES INC
2020.09 - Current
Production Assembler
Milgard Windows & Doors
2014.08 - 2020.05
CNC Machine Operator
Custom WindowsCompany
2012.05 - 2014.08
Electronic Assembly
Creation Technologies
2007 - 2010
Some College (No Degree) - Associate Diploma in Child Care
Diploma in Child Care - NSW Australia