ERIC ATWOOD
Terrell,Texas
Summary
Experienced manufacturing and electrical quality professional with 26 years in frontline leadership and electrical diagnosis. Expertise in identifying defects and implementing data-driven countermeasures to enhance quality. Focused on leveraging AI and technology to streamline reporting and improve information utility. Committed to fostering collaboration and empowering teams to achieve optimal results.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Shift Launch Electrical Diagnostician
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
Arlington, Texas
12.2024 - Current
- Diagnose intermittent and hard electrical faults, poor connections, and production defects using schematics, wiring diagrams, service information, and systematic fault-isolation methods.
- Coordinated with end-of-line teams, quality, VAA partners, and shift leadership to identify defect breakpoints and implement corrective actions during launch activities for a 2025 SUV.
- Created and maintained electrical-quality trackers, daily performance reports, and interactive dashboards to enable teams to analyze disconnects, repair trends, operator errors, EFTQ, and countermeasure status.
- Built and expanded a damage-tracking dashboard to support refresh workflows, shift handoffs, and historical review across reporting periods, reducing dependence on manual reporting steps.
- Trained and supported General Assembly Group Leaders in identifying, documenting, containing, and resolving electrical issues while implementing effective countermeasures.
- Supported quality improvements in Trim and Chassis; the existing resume records a reduction of nine recurring Trim disconnects and six Chassis high repeaters to nearly none within approximately one month.
- Documented a connector-not-fully-seated issue, supported a 50-vehicle containment check, and helped standardize a push-click-pull verification countermeasure.
- Coordinated process and managed hourly-team payroll and vacation schedules while providing daily diagnostic and end-of-line support.
2nd Shift Electrical Problem Solver
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
Arlington, Texas
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Communicated electrical-failure information to quality and production teams, streamlining investigation and corrective actions.
- Monitored operator errors and end-of-line test findings, contributing to daily DRR and EFTQ improvement initiatives.
- Developed visual aids for Trim and Chassis, enhancing identification of modules and inline electrical connections.
52 Line Repairman
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
Arlington, Texas
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Executed electrical troubleshooting and resolved issues promptly to support production repair.
- Troubleshot production equipment at Arlington Assembly to restore line operation.
- Performed preventive maintenance on conveyors, motors, and assembly tools.
- Repaired hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical components across plant systems.
C5 Float Reduction Repair
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
Arlington, Texas
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Executed hands-on repairs and resolved electrical issues to enhance float-reduction processes.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Trim Team Leader
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
Arlington, Texas
04.2011 - 10.2020
- Led team operations, ensured production quality, and assisted team members in resolving process and product issues.
- Led Arlington Assembly team through daily production shifts at General Motors.
- Monitored safety practices and reinforced plant compliance standards.
- Coordinated assembly line workflow with supervisors and support teams.
Trim Production Per-Diem Group Leader
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
Arlington, Texas
04.2007 - 03.2009
- Led Arlington Assembly production team through daily build schedule and line support.
- Coordinated daily production activities and supported team members in achieving production goals in Trim.
- Coached team members on assembly methods and quality expectations.
- Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing established safety standards. and followed General Motors plant procedures.
Trim Team Leader
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
Arlington, Texas
06.2004 - 04.2007
- Guided team members in daily production and quality expectations.
Team Member
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
Arlington, Texas
07.2000 - 06.2004
- Developed expertise in vehicle assembly and manufacturing quality by adhering to production standards.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Computing Applications and Human-Centered AI
Texas Tech University
01-2029
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
01-1996
Skills
- Electrical diagnostics
- Connector and harness troubleshooting
- Electrical system optimization
- Data analysis and visualization
- Interactive reporting dashboards
- Manufacturing quality
- Quality reporting
- Root-cause problem solving
- Countermeasure development
- Process improvement
- Documentation and shift handoffs
- Cross-functional coordination
- Team-member training and coaching
- Accurate diagnosis and coaching
- AI capabilities enhancement
Personal Information
Title: Electrical Diagnostician | Manufacturing Quality | Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement
MILITARY SERVICE
- U.S. Army — Cavalry Scout; Combat Deployment | 2009–2017
- Completed Army Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Knox; served in the Cavalry Scout role and deployed to Afghanistan.
Custom
Co-authored with Glean
Timeline
3rd Shift Launch Electrical Diagnostician
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
12.2024 - Current
2nd Shift Electrical Problem Solver
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
01.2023 - 12.2024
52 Line Repairman
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
11.2022 - 06.2023
C5 Float Reduction Repair
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
10.2020 - 08.2022
Trim Team Leader
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
04.2011 - 10.2020
Trim Production Per-Diem Group Leader
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
04.2007 - 03.2009
Trim Team Leader
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
06.2004 - 04.2007
Team Member
General Motors — Arlington Assembly
07.2000 - 06.2004
Bachelor's Degree - Computing Applications and Human-Centered AI
Texas Tech University
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School