Ethan Balk
Austin,TX
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cell, (4680) Rollout Technician
Tesla
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborated closely with engineering teams to install mechanical upgrades on 4680 cell manufacturing winders and welders, ensuring seamless integration and optimal functionality.
- Executed diverse upgrade tasks, including mechanical installations, IO and terminal block wiring, equipment calibration, and precise alignments to meet stringent operational standards.
- Conducted data analysis to evaluate upgrade performance while maintaining accurate parts tracking and inventory systems for streamlined project management.
- Verified production-ready status of all machines prior to completing installations, minimizing downtime and enhancing overall manufacturing efficiency.
Cell, (4680) Equipment Maintenance Technician
Tesla Giga Texas
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Focused on troubleshooting winders and welders equipment in a timely manner to reduce downtime and optimize production.
- Completed over 750+ combined corrective, preventative and reactive maintenance dispatches.
- Experienced in performing repairs, preventive maintenance, and ensuring equipment operates efficiently to minimize downtime and maintain safety standards.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Conducted installations, repairs, rebuilds and service on various types of production equipment.
Cell, (4680) Production Associate
Tesla Giga Texas
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Consistently exceeded production targets while maintaining high-quality standards across all cells, contributing to overall operational efficiency and output.
- Operation and daily maintenance of manufacturing winder and welder equipment.
- Detailed analysis of product to guarantee specifications are being met
- Learning from and assisting technicians in troubleshooting many issues with machinery and product
- Understanding and compliance with safety protocols and lock out tag out procedures.
Sub-Contractor
Belue Sky
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Operation of heavy construction equipment to move materials, remove debris, and level reclaimed asphalt
- Installation of drywall, framing, plumbing, and general construction
- Daily hand tool and power tool use.
Landscaper
Arctic Green LLC.
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Successful management of personnel, trailers, and equipment
- Preventive maintenance and repair on landscaping equipment.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Machinist / Painter
Thomas Manufacturing
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Skilled operation of manual steel machining mill, bandsaws, lathes in a workshop setting
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Cleaning of industrial parts and frames
- General paint work and housekeeping.
Skills
- Equipment calibration
- Schematic interpretation
- Skilled with hand tools
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Metal Fabrication
- Lubrication management
- Conveyor system maintenance
- Scissor lift operation
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
Timeline
Cell, (4680) Rollout Technician
Tesla
01.2025 - Current
Cell, (4680) Equipment Maintenance Technician
Tesla Giga Texas
07.2023 - 01.2025
Cell, (4680) Production Associate
Tesla Giga Texas
09.2022 - 05.2023
Sub-Contractor
Belue Sky
04.2021 - 08.2022
Landscaper
Arctic Green LLC.
08.2020 - 04.2021
Machinist / Painter
Thomas Manufacturing
01.2019 - 08.2020