Donald Cromer
Buffalo
Summary
A Proactive and Strong manufacturing associate of 3-4 years. With hands on experience With high volume Production at Tesla and Derrick Corporation. Experienced in maintaining high quality standards, supporting team productivity and adapting to operational
challenges. Focusing on all this while maintaining the emphasis on safety and working with cross functional teams and training other coworkers between various shifts.
Exceptional Business Owner with 2 employees with a leadership and growth mindset
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Cromers Crystal Clears
Buffalo, NY
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and attract new customers.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high quality service delivery.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for customer engagement and product knowledge.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and inform inventory management decisions, while recording data and adding continues improvements to Business.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products services offered.
- Often Had to fix equipment on job site so coming prepared is a major part of my business.
Manufacturing Associate
Tesla
Buffalo, NY
11.2024 - Current
- Operated assembly line machinery to produce high quality components efficiently On New Lines.
- Collaborated with team members across multiple shifts and multiple cross functional teams to streamline production processes and reduce downtime.
- Assisted in training new associates on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Conducted quality inspections on products, ensuring adherence to Tesla's standards.
- Conduct investigations and escalate any issues that come up on the line, ensuring safety and meeting quality standards while also hitting production Goals.
- Enforce the importance of safety and PPE along my coworkers. While actively following 5s protocols.
- Superior troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent Communication and positive Team oriented attitude.
Manufacturing Associate
Derrick Corporation
Buffalo, NY
10.2022 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions promptly.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking materials and supplies accurately.
- Executed physically demanding tasks involving bending, lifting, twisting, and manual dexterity for extended durations.
- Worked in the paint shop While being exposed to dangerous chemicals, While still ensuring practicing safety protocols and meeting goal.
- Operated large rigs to safely rig heavy equipment in stacked configurations. While enforcing PPE
Education
High School Diploma -
Cheektowaga Central Highschool
Buffalo, NY06.2022
Skills
Troubleshooting
Data Collection
Critical Thinking
Leadership
Goal oriented
organization skills
Written and Verbal Communication skills
Leadership skills
Escalation
Proactivity
Timeline
Business Owner
Cromers Crystal Clears
06.2025 - Current
Manufacturing Associate
Tesla
11.2024 - Current
Manufacturing Associate
Derrick Corporation
10.2022 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
Cheektowaga Central Highschool