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David Castelo

San Jose,CA

Summary

Driven Production Team Lead and Mechanic Technician with over 5+ years of experience in manufacturing and mechanical maintenance. First-rate leadership and team building talents with understanding of manufacturing deadlines and goals. Adept at utilizing lean manufacturing principles to streamline workflows and reduce downtime. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) familiar with concur and document management systems. Organized and dependable candidate able to work under no supervision and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals with a positive attitude.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Production Associate

Tesla
07.2021 - Current
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging employees to share ideas, collaborate on projects, and embrace change.
  • Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
  • Led a team of 37 production associates in achieving daily output targets while maintaining high safety standards.
  • Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
  • Ensured consistent communication between shift supervisors through detailed handover reports and meetings.

Mechanical Technician

West Market Auto Body
12.2019 - 05.2021
  • Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of equipment.
  • Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly, and needed product adjustments.
  • Ensured safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Completed complex repair projects within tight deadlines, minimizing production disruptions and ensuring timely delivery of finished products to customers.
  • Kept track of equipment maintenance schedules using computerized maintenance management systems.

Education

High School Diploma -

Alisal High School
Salinas, CA

Skills

  • Team Building
  • Process Improvement
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Waste Reduction
  • Process Documentation
  • Teamwork and Communication
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Manufacturing operations

Timeline

Lead Production Associate

Tesla
07.2021 - Current

Mechanical Technician

West Market Auto Body
12.2019 - 05.2021

High School Diploma -

Alisal High School
David Castelo