Fikru Feye
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Directed shift operations, leveraging developed skills to enhance team performance and efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
RND Process Tech
Cree Inc.
Durham, NC
01.2022 - Current
- Operated and maintained manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance and quality standards.
- Troubleshot process issues, implementing corrective actions to enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored production lines, identifying deviations from standard operating procedures for immediate resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and improve productivity metrics.
Wafering Process Tech
Cree Inc.
Durham, NC
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated and maintained advanced manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance and product quality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues efficiently.
- Monitored process parameters, adjusting controls to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, driving continuous improvement initiatives across workflows.
- Supported an environment of safety through thorough knowledge of regulations, best practices, and consistent communication with team members regarding safe work habits.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance by performing regular equipment inspections and preventative measures.
Wafering Operator and Shift Lead
Cree Inc.
Durham, NC
04.2014 - 12.2021
- Certified in advanced wire break recovery across SAW operations, minimizing downtime and improving production continuity.
- Served as OJT Trainer for K Process, polishing, and wafering operations, including SAW machines, edge grinding, laser systems, lapping, crystal mounting, poly tools, and inspection.
- Managed and prioritized material flow using magnet board systems, ensuring efficient throughput and on-time processing.
- Monitored tool status via CMMS, coordinating with Process Technicians and Equipment Technicians to maintain optimal tool utilization.
- Provided real-time operational support by troubleshooting process issues and answering team questions to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated closely with management to expedite high-priority materials and meet customer shipment deadlines.
- Partnered with Process, R&D, and Equipment Technicians to resolve quality and mechanical issues, improving overall production performance.
- Led training initiatives for new and existing employees, ensuring full compliance with CREE procedures, TCNs, and DCNs, and tracking certification progress.
- Supported team leadership by assigning tasks, coaching employees, facilitating overtime, and escalating performance or operational issues to supervisors.
Education
High School - undefined
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia06.1997
Fashion designing diploma - undefined
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia01.2000
Certificate - undefined
Laser and laser product institute
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia01.2004
Timeline
RND Process Tech
Cree Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Wafering Process Tech
Cree Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2022
Wafering Operator and Shift Lead
Cree Inc.
04.2014 - 12.2021
High School - undefined
Fashion designing diploma - undefined
Certificate - undefined
Laser and laser product institute