ELZIE WALKER

Engineer Technician

GKNAUTOMOTIVE

06.1994 - Current

Collaborated on cross-functional teams for efficient project management, meeting project deadlines consistently.
Maintained accurate records of equipment calibration, inspection results, and completed repairs for regulatory compliance purposes.
Enhanced product quality with thorough testing procedures and detailed documentation.
Reduced equipment downtime by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
Reduced downtime with thorough troubleshooting and root cause analysis of mechanical failures.
Evaluated potential areas of improvement within existing operations utilizing various diagnostic tools.
Collaborated with engineering teams to develop efficient solutions for complex mechanical problems.
Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to source high-quality components at competitive prices.
Delivered exceptional customer service by providing prompt, knowledgeable support on technical issues related to mechanical systems.
Improved equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and calibrations on mechanical systems.
Provided technical support to production teams, ensuring smooth operations and minimal disruptions.
Assisted in the design of mechanical systems for optimized performance and reliability.
Managed inventory of spare parts and tools, maintaining adequate levels for timely repairs and replacements.
Participated in cross-functional teams to address product design challenges, offering valuable insights from a technician''s perspective.
Read and analyzed blueprints and project documentation to develop workflows and strategies.
Worked closely with engineers and assisted with product testing.
Gathered and organized documents, drawings, and specification packages.
Organized data archive of engineering specifications, drawings and specifications and maintained traceability of documents by proper filing and indexing.
Learned about development of network architectures for SIMATIC PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
Communicated with engineering team to discuss methods to improve process and performance.
Enhanced product quality by conducting regular inspections and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
Increased safety standards through rigorous adherence to established procedures and guidelines.
Streamlined processes by creating detailed documentation for maintenance and repair protocols.
Optimized equipment life span by conducting preventative maintenance tasks according to schedule requirements.