Emilio Gallardo
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Engineering technician with expertise in optimizing production efficiency, resulting in a 400% increase in throughput. Collaborated with international teams to effectively resolve equipment issues, minimizing downtime. Committed to maintaining high quality standards and mentoring new operators for enhanced team performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Engineering Technician
Times Microwave Systems
Tempe, USA
11.2022 - Current
- Optimized Production Efficiency: Engineered a process split for Spiral operations that increased throughput from 2 ft/min to 10 ft/min, achieving a 400% increase in productivity.
- Technical Troubleshooting: Resolved critical issues with existing equipment, minimizing downtime and maintaining high production standards.
- Systems Implementation: Assisted in the design and implementation of new manufacturing equipment and integrated systems to modernize the production line.
- Global Collaboration: Collaborated with international technical teams to diagnose and repair major WTM machine failures.
- AS9100 compliance: Inspected and reviewed systems to ensure compliance with the international quality management system.
- Mentorship & Training: Spearheaded training programs for all incoming machine operators and manufacturing engineers to ensure operational excellence.
- Documentation: Reviewed and updated manufacturing instructions for all operations to improve machine set-up times and final cable quality.
Machine Operator I - III
Times Microwave Systems
Tempe, USA
06.2020 - 11.2022
- Equipment Operation: Set up and operated specialized machinery, including cable cutting saws, Shield and Nomex braiders, Rewind, WTM Machine, Spiral Machine, and Extruder.
- Process Compliance: Strictly followed established methods and manufacturing instructions to maintain safety and output consistency.
- Quality Control: Detected and reported defective materials or unusual machine operations to lead engineers and supervisors.
- Safety & Maintenance: Maintained a clean and orderly work environment to ensure compliance with facility safety standards.
Education
Associate of Science (AS) - Engineering
Maricopa Community Colleges
Mesa, AZ12-2027
Skills
- Product testing
- Quality control
- Production optimization
- Technical troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Global collaboration
- Training/Mentorship
Languages
Bilingual (English and Spanish)
Certification
Forklift Certified M1 Raymond
Timeline
Engineering Technician
Times Microwave Systems
11.2022 - Current
Machine Operator I - III
Times Microwave Systems
06.2020 - 11.2022
Associate of Science (AS) - Engineering
Maricopa Community Colleges