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Gayland Swisher

San Antonio

Summary

Dynamic assembly engineer with a proven track record at Catapillar, excelling in optimizing procedures and driving efficiency gains. Skilled in aircraft maintenance and troubleshooting, I leverage strong teamwork and communication to enhance safety and productivity. Committed to continuous improvement, I ensure quality and compliance in all projects.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

All Round General Laborer

Pumpco Services
05.2022 - 08.2024
  • Collaborated with other skilled laborers on complex tasks, resulting in efficient problem-solving and timely project progression.
  • Increased productivity by effectively operating various power tools and heavy machinery for diverse tasks.
  • Contributed to overall site cleanliness, maintaining an organized workspace that minimized hazards and facilitated efficient operations.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records by conducting regular stock checks and reporting discrepancies to management for prompt resolution.

Assembly Mechanic

Gigafactory
10.2020 - 12.2021
  • Developed a strong understanding of product specifications and customer requirements, ensuring each assembly met or exceeded expectations.
  • Served as an integral part of continuous improvement efforts by actively participating in lean initiatives focused on enhancing operational efficiency within the assembly department.
  • Ensured product quality by conducting thorough inspections and making necessary adjustments during the assembly process.
  • Enhanced assembly line efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
  • Worked with advanced power tools.

Assembly Engineer

Catapillar
04.2018 - 03.2020
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize assembly procedures and reduce production costs.
  • Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives within the organization, identifying areas for optimization and implementing changes that drove efficiency gains.
  • Reviewed engineering drawings for accuracy prior to releasing them into production systems.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects from initial design to final production while maintaining strict deadlines and budgets.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aviation

Hallmark University
San Antonio, TX
05-2023

High School Diploma -

Judson Highschool
San Antonio, TX
06-2013

Skills

    Skills
  • Aircraft maintenance & troubleshooting (airframe, powerplant, avionics)
  • FAA regulations & safety compliance
  • Blueprint & technical manual reading
  • Use of precision tools & diagnostic equipment
  • Hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical system repair
  • Preventive maintenance & inspection
  • Strong teamwork & communication in high-safety environments

Timeline

All Round General Laborer

Pumpco Services
05.2022 - 08.2024

Assembly Mechanic

Gigafactory
10.2020 - 12.2021

Assembly Engineer

Catapillar
04.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Aviation

Hallmark University

High School Diploma -

Judson Highschool

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