Devin Shuford
Maiden,NC
Summary
I am currently an engineering student that is eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, motivated to learn, grow and excel in the require field. Experienced operator with over 4 years of experience in automotive manufacturing and currently engaging in electrical experience. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Technician
Leonard Automatics
Denver, NC
04.2025 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on automated machinery to ensure
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system upgrades and enhancements.
- Streamlined repair processes, reducing downtime for clients through efficient service delivery.
- Developed technical documentation for maintenance procedures, improving knowledge transfer within team.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
Electrical Technician
Leonard Automatics
Denver, NC
04.2018 - Current
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Planned processes and assignment utilizing schematic diagrams.
- Assisted electrician in basic tasks such as handling tools and completing maintenance work orders.
- Interpreted electric and electronic schematics and mechanical layouts to diagnose equipment problems.
- Created, printed and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Inventor.
- Worked with engineers and customers to efficiently resolve planning and issues.
- Collaborated with design and engineering staffs to solve AutoCAD related issues.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions and site visits.
- Created CAD models and drawings for custom designs.
- Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.
- Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
Lead Operator
GKN Driveline
Newton, NC
08.2013 - 04.2018
- Prevented personnel injuries during plant maintenance by practicing diligent lockout-tagout processes.
- Extended life of equipment and maintained consistent performance with regular cleaning, lubrication and basic maintenance.
- Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems.
- Calibrated each machine at beginning of each shift.
- Completed various testing procedures for optimum work performance.
- Supported management decision-making by compiling operational and production data into daily logs.
- Performed safety checks on machines.
- Properly set up machines at beginning of each shift and verified function.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Changed out tools and to complete various tasks.
- Performed maintenance tasks and adjustments to preserve production efficiency.
- Assessed materials, parts and final products for quality, and removed defects.
- Assisted technicians and engineers in machine handling and set up.
- Closely inspected parts for cleanliness and freedom from contaminants.
- Monitored daily operations and made adjustments to production line where necessary.
- Performed changeovers for specified machinery and retooled specifications for change in product.
- Verified documentation and work order requirements.
- Completed work according to schedule and helped struggling team members.
- Monitored quality of incoming materials and completed in-process quality inspections.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for operations.
- Received and processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Reduced downtime by proactively identifying potential issues and performing routine maintenance checks.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing data, identifying trends, and proposing process enhancements.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Human Society Of Catawba County
Hickory, NC
01.2012 - 08.2013
- Educated caregivers and guardians on animal care, nutrition, medical conditions and disease management.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
- Greeted pet owners and performed intakes to go over array of available services, outline costs and determine special needs of animal while in care.
- Assisted technicians in performing basic exams and tests.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment on regular, scheduled basis and documented any changes in condition.
Stocker
Galaxy
Hickory, NC
07.2007 - 01.2012
- Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
- Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
- Stayed current on available products, store promotions and customer service policies to better serve shoppers.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NCSkills
- Field Service experience
- Autodesk Inventor/3D CAD
Accomplishments
5s Training
Kaizen Training
Certification
- Crucial Conversations
- OTJ Training
Timeline
Service Technician
Leonard Automatics
04.2025 - Current
Electrical Technician
Leonard Automatics
04.2018 - Current
Lead Operator
GKN Driveline
08.2013 - 04.2018
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Human Society Of Catawba County
01.2012 - 08.2013
Stocker
Galaxy
07.2007 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Catawba Valley Community College