Erik Connolly
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Detail-oriented Machine Operator experienced in quality control and equipment troubleshooting. Achieved cost reductions and increased productivity through efficient time management and multitasking. Contributed to streamlined assembly line processes by maintaining clean work areas and adhering to precise operational protocols. Goal-driven operations professional and RME Operator with a Bachelor's degree and five years of hands-on experience within Amazon Fulfillment. A fast learner thriving in fast-paced technical maintenance environments, possessing deep operational knowledge of material handling equipment (MHE), automated systems, and strict safety compliance. Proven ability in electro-pneumatic troubleshooting, mechanical rebuilds, sensor diagnostics, and root-cause fault isolation across SmartPac, SLAM, and high-speed sortation equipment. Seeking to leverage strong operational experience and technical capabilities into a Reliability Maintenance & Engineering Technician II (CBRE RME) role to maximize equipment uptime, execute daily preventative maintenance, and drive continuous improvement. Dependable team player with solid background in fulfillment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
RME Operator
CBRE
Tucson, Arizona
08.2026 - Current
- Serve as a Waterspider, directly supporting automated equipment operations, clearing physical line jams, and ensuring constant material flow to minimize station downtime.
- Develop and apply a deep operational understanding of conveyors, robotic drives, scanners, and automated sorting machinery from the operator perspective.
- Monitored machine performance daily, collaborating with RME and operations leadership to identify and report mechanical faults, abnormal behavior, and safety hazards.
- Operated and maintained continuous workflow across multiple core warehouse departments, ensuring accurate inventory management through picking, counting, stowing, and packing.
- Consistently meet and exceed rigorous Amazon productivity, quality, and safety metrics over a sustained five-year tenure in a fast-paced environment.
Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
Tucson, Arizona
12.2020 - 08.2026
- Consistently meet and exceed rigorous Amazon productivity, quality, and safety metrics over a sustained five-year tenure in a fast-paced environment.
- Operate and maintain continuous workflow across multiple core warehouse departments, managing inventory accurately through picking, counting, stowing, and packing.
- Serve as a Waterspider, directly supporting automated equipment operations, clearing physical line jams, and ensuring constant material flow to minimize station downtime.
- Develop and apply a deep operational understanding of conveyors, robotic drives, scanners, and automated sorting machinery from the operator perspective.
- Monitor machine performance daily, collaborating proactively with RME and operations leadership to report mechanical faults, abnormal machine behavior, and safety hazards.
Education
Associate in General Studies -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MDA+ Certification -
CompTIA
Skills
- Waterspidering
- Fulfillment Center Operations
- Automated Equipment Maintenance
- Conveyor Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Sorter Troubleshooting
- Jam Clearing
- SmartPac Troubleshooting
- Rebin Troubleshooting
- Slams Troubleshooting
- Hardware Troubleshooting
- Systems Diagnostics
- Machine performance monitoring
- Process Flow Optimization
- Continuous Improvement
- 5S
- OSHA Protocols
- Hazard Identification
- Lockout/Tagout Awareness
- Material Handling Equipment (MHE)
- Inventory Management
- PM upkeeping
- Prioritize Safety
- PTP
- APM
- ICW
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Ultrasonic (Ultrasound/Sonar)
- Team collaboration
Timeline
RME Operator
CBRE
08.2026 - Current
Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
12.2020 - 08.2026
Associate in General Studies -
University of Maryland Global Campus
A+ Certification -
CompTIA