Open To Work
David Saenz
Austin,TX
Summary
Resourceful production professional with a strong record of high productivity, efficient task completion, and strict safety compliance. Experienced in workflow optimization, quality control, and automated equipment operation, including HMI interfaces, in high-volume manufacturing. Known for effective cross-department communication, root cause problem-solving, and collaboration with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and keep assembly lines running.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Lead Production Associate
Tesla Inc
Austin, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Operate HMI panels and other digital interfaces to start/stop equipment, initiate recordings, and log key events or parameters.
- Perform minor troubleshooting and debugging of production equipment and software (resets, parameter checks, error acknowledgment) to support continuous operation.
- Monitor equipment performance during runs, documenting abnormal behavior and providing detailed feedback to Maintenance, Engineering, and leadership.
- Analyze shift data and observations to help identify recurring issues, potential root causes, and opportunities to improve uptime and quality.
- Maintain organized logs and daily reports capturing production metrics, defects, downtime reasons, and notable events or issues.
- Conduct pre-use inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring safe and proper working condition and coordinating any required repairs.
- Communicate promptly with supervisors and cross-functional partners when safety, quality, or equipment issues arise that require timely attention.
- Led production team to achieve daily output goals through effective workflow management.
Production Associate
Tesla Inc
Austin, TX
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Followed defined work instructions and paths at the workstation to support consistent, repeatable processes and reliable data collection.
- Operated automated machinery and HMIs to monitor status, respond to alarms, and record deviations from normal operation.
- Assisted with basic troubleshooting of equipment by gathering information, documenting symptoms, and relaying clear, detailed reports to Maintenance and Engineering.
- Tracked units produced, scrap, and rework, contributing to shift-level metrics and performance reports.
- Reported issues and anomalies in real time to team leads and support teams, helping ensure quick resolution and minimal disruption.
- Ensured work area and equipment were maintained in safe, clean, and audit-ready condition in line with company safety policies.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richard King High School
Corpus Christi, TX2018
Skills
- HMI and recording device operation
- Basic equipment/software troubleshooting
- Data review, analysis & daily reporting
- Safety compliance & equipment inspections
- Cross-functional and leadership communication
- Root cause investigation support
- 5S methodology
- Positive attitude
Accomplishments
Collaborated with Engineering to reduce tact time and streamline installation processes, making workflows more efficient and user friendly for operators.
Collaborated with the design team to redesign an installation process, improving overall workflow and increasing line efficiency.
Quote
"I think it is possible for ordinary people to choose to be extraordinary"
Elon Musk
Certification
Torque Tool certified
Hand Drill certified
Hoist Equipment Certified
Timeline
Lead Production Associate
Tesla Inc
12.2023 - Current
Production Associate
Tesla Inc
03.2023 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Richard King High School