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Dustin Rutherford

Nolanville,TX

Summary

Results-driven Leader with desire to take on new challenges. Proven track record with managing teams and developing leaders. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Production Associate

Tesla
Austin, TX
09.2023 - Current
  • Supervised team members to ensure safety protocols were followed.
  • Mentored team members, with 3 now being Lead Production Associates and 4 Workstation Trainers.
  • Created new process that required less Associates on the line while maintaining production goals and Associate health, while saving the company over $100K.
  • Worked closely with Engineering and Controls to help troubleshoot tester faults for 1st Row Seats. That input directly contributed to the issue being realized and parameters being changed, with no excessive hindrance to production.
  • Analyzed KPIs to identify weaknesses that led to a shift in average production numbers, increasing by 15%.
  • Executed and coordinated employee training to meet quality requirements.
  • Stepped in to help in a supervisory role numerous times at the request of the supervisor when he/she was out.

Manufacturing Production Associate

Tesla
Austin, TX
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Practiced safe and hazard-free work environments in line with company standards.
  • Met daily production goals by working efficiently and collaboratively to handle 60+ builds per hour.
  • Performed inspections during production to detect quality problems and safety hazards.
  • Completed training and became a certified Workstation Trainer.
  • In the Acting Lead role since April 2023.
  • Trained five associates to become Workstation Trainers with all five successfully being evaluated.
  • Certified in Material Review Board process to help Tesla identify reasons for product damage to help mitigate damage during processes.
  • Assisted Pilot Process Engineer, Controls, Factory Software, and Maintenance during line rebalance to adjust process for 5,000 car a week goal.
  • Trained associates daily on safe work habits to avoid injury.
  • Proficient in FX and MOS

Structured Cabling Technician

FSG Electric
Dallas, TX
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Filled out JHA daily before start of job to identify potential safety hazards
  • Installed, set up and repaired devices and system components while wearing proper PPE.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Observed key safety protocols and practices when operating dangerous equipment near team members or expensive systems.
  • Established and modified networks and computers at businesses, schools, government buildings, medical facilities and homes.

Sales Associate

Golfsmith
Glen Allen, VA
03.2016 - 12.2016
  • Top selling employee three months in a row, averaging $15,000 in sales per month.
  • Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.

Shop Supervisor

United States Army
Fort Campbell , KY
07.2012 - 01.2015
  • Led daily toolbox talks to reiterate importance of safe work habits.
  • Supervised, trained, cross-trained and mentored personnel assigned in various occupational specialties.
  • Evaluated personnel periodically on job performance and occupational related strengths and weaknesses.
  • Conducted quality control inspections of subordinate organizations to detect and correct deficiencies.
  • Identified fleet failures and initiated corrective actions to meet fleet readiness goals.
  • Prepared detailed written reports and formulated policy and guidance for use of subordinate organizations.
  • Stored and safeguarded classified information to maintain utmost confidentiality.
  • In charge of overseeing over 1 million dollars worth of equipment with zero loss.

91B Vehicle Mechanic

United States Army
Fort Drum, NY
06.2009 - 06.2012
  • Performed repairs, including removing, cleaning and replacing parts and systems.
  • Conducted routine preventive maintenance checks and services on company vehicles.
  • Inspected, serviced, repaired, replaced, adjusted and tested vehicle systems, subsystems and components.
  • Operated electrical diagnostics equipment to troubleshoot problems in vehicle engines, electrical systems and suspensions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene

Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX
12.2024

High School Diploma -

Wolfe City High School
Wolfe City, TX
06.2008

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Safety Awareness
  • Writing Reports
  • Customer Service
  • Training & Development
  • Organizational Skills
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Tool Proficiency
  • Teamwork and Communication

Military Experience

  • Army Leadership Course (top 10%)
  • Air Assault School
  • Fort Campbell, Ky Environmental Program Certification
  • Two combat deployments to Afghanistan (Mar 2010-Mar 2011, September 2012-June 2013)

Timeline

Lead Production Associate

Tesla
09.2023 - Current

Manufacturing Production Associate

Tesla
01.2023 - 10.2023

Structured Cabling Technician

FSG Electric
01.2017 - 01.2018

Sales Associate

Golfsmith
03.2016 - 12.2016

Shop Supervisor

United States Army
07.2012 - 01.2015

91B Vehicle Mechanic

United States Army
06.2009 - 06.2012

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene

Texas A&M University - Commerce

High School Diploma -

Wolfe City High School

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