Francheska Aponte
New Bedford,MA
Summary
Talented Production Worker offering several years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times. Self-motivated, organized and dependable candidate, successful at managing multiple priorities, with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Enthusiastic to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in any position.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Production Technician
L3 Harris
Fall River, USA
02.2022 - Current
- Generated and executed innovative strategies to enhance quality, cut costs, and foster a productive work environment.
- Conducted inspections of equipment and systems to detect issues, reporting them immediately to repair technicians.
- Calibrated equipment utilizing calipers, micrometers, and ring gauges.
- Conducted research into potential improvements in product design and development.
- Supported research and development activities by producing prototype products and providing feedback on process improvements.
- Created or interpreted engineering drawings, schematic diagrams or blueprints.
- Tested selected products for performance characteristics or adherence to specifications.
- Inspected finished products for defects or discrepancies before shipment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving any issues that arose during production.
- Assisted engineers in developing, building or testing prototypes or new products.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality.
- Provided training and guidance to new employees on operating procedures and production processes.
Senior Assembler
Lockheed Martin
Marion, MA
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Assembled components independently, consistently surpassing project goals.
- Implemented assembly plans based on outlined specifications.
- Ensured hazardous materials were stored in labeled containers to prevent injuries.
- Developed work instructions for various assembly tasks based on established guidelines.
- Set up and performed hand and automatic assembly operations on components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to fabricate products according to necessary specifications.
- Identified defective parts or assemblies and reported issues to appropriate personnel.
- Provided technical support to junior assemblers in resolving complex issues related to product assembly.
- Powered up, calibrated and shut down fabricating machinery according to company regulations.
- Suggested operational modifications to improve quality and production times and reduce costs.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence.
- Removed physical refuse and debris and organized tools to maintain safe work environment.
- Assembled parts and subassemblies following blueprints and assembly instructions.
- Performed tests on completed products to assess durability and functionality.
- Collaborated with a team to meet or exceed production targets.
Cable Assembler Specialist
Electro Prep Inc.
Wareham, USA
05.2018 - 10.2020
- Enhanced team performance with a smooth distribution of needed supplies and subassemblies to each member.
- Assembled systems, supports, connections to produce high-quality products.
- Conducted comprehensive training for new employees in assembly techniques to enhance team productivity.
- Identified, labeled, and organized components for assembly of cables.
- Performed basic soldering on wires for termination of connectors.
- Cut and crimped contacts onto the ends of wires in order to terminate them properly.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine what materials and tools would be needed for assembly.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes prior to shipment.
- Measured voltages and adjusted setups to increase equipment longevity.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment following company safety protocols.
- Assembled cable assemblies according to customer specifications and drawings using hand tools.
- Stripped wire insulation using wire strippers or knives as required by specifications.
- Tested wiring installations and circuits for resistance factors.
- Used soldering equipment and wiring to assemble electrical and electronic systems.
- Tested cable assemblies for conformance with electrical requirements using test equipment.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Sales Manager/Sales Specialist
Limited Brands Inc.
Dartmouth, MA
02.2018 - 09.2020
- Evaluated performance against goals, and implemented appropriate development plans.
- Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives, and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Met with clients, delivering presentations, and educating them on product and service features and offerings.
Sales Manager/Sales Specialist
Limited Brands Inc.
Bayamon, Puerto Rico
05.2013 - 01.2018
- Evaluated performance against goals, and implemented appropriate development plans.
- Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers.
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives, and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Met with clients, delivering presentations, and educating them on product and service features and offerings.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - science
University of Puerto Rico
Rio Piedras, PR01.2016
High School Diploma -
Bonifacio Sánchez Jiménez High School
01.2008
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Strategic planning
- Self-motivated
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Effective Organization Skills
- Strategic Coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Assembly techniques
- Testing and troubleshooting
- Equipment configuration
- Equipment inspection
- Continuous improvement methodologies
- Soldering proficiency
- Lean manufacturing techniques
- Electronics assembly
- Blueprint interpretation
- Product assembly
- Continuous improvement
References
Available upon request.
Certification
- Certified IPC-620 Trainer (exp. March 2026)
- IPC J-STD-001 (exp June 2026)
- IPC-A-610 (expired May 2023)
- LEAN Certified
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Technician
L3 Harris
02.2022 - Current
Senior Assembler
Lockheed Martin
11.2020 - 02.2022
Cable Assembler Specialist
Electro Prep Inc.
05.2018 - 10.2020
Sales Manager/Sales Specialist
Limited Brands Inc.
02.2018 - 09.2020
Sales Manager/Sales Specialist
Limited Brands Inc.
05.2013 - 01.2018
Bachelor's Degree - science
University of Puerto Rico
High School Diploma -
Bonifacio Sánchez Jiménez High School