James Tabat
Racine,WI
Summary
Quick-thinking Leader recognized for success in guiding teams and boosting performance. Practical problem-solver with excellent issue and conflict resolution skills to drive team and organizational success. Highly effective and knowledgeable in process improvement and inventory control. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
RMA Lead Technician
Badger Meter
04.2022 - Current
- Managed daily activities, assigned tasks to specific staff members and utilized proven management techniques to cut work flow downtime and maximize revenues.
- Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
- Monitored ticket resolution rates, confirming quick and effective technical service call outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of malfunctions, installations and service calls according to Badger Meter guidelines.
- Developed and actualized policies and procedures to promote occupational health and safety best practices.
- Adhered to established policies and standards to safely complete projects.
- Repaired, upgraded and inspected electronic, electrical and mechanical systems.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Mentored junior technicians in maintenance, repair and reporting duties.
Lead Assembler
Badger Meter
07.2019 - 04.2022
- Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
- Assisted in development of new assembly processes.
- Participated in projects requiring assembly of large and small components.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.
- Researched and implemented new techniques to streamline assembly processes.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Created reports to document and provide information regarding production progress and developments.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
Production Assembler
Badger Meter
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
- Assisted in development of new assembly processes.
- Inspected equipment and conducted basic repairs to keep machinery operational.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Reviewed component quality to assess conformance with tolerances and remove unacceptable products.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Reviewed and verified all work was in compliance with sales orders and customer requirements.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
- Operated production machinery safely to reduce workplace accidents.
Assembly Line Production Worker
BRP
09.2016 - 02.2017
Process Assistant
Amazon
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with team to define business requirements for organizational processes, achieve productivity standards, and adhere to accuracy standards.
- Implemented continuous improvement metrics to streamline workflows and reduce waste.
- Conducted training and change management processes to improve operations.
- Surpassed team goals by partnering with colleagues to implement best practices and protocols.
- Offered data-driven recommendations to align company strategies and process improvement initiatives.
- Supervised processes to eliminate weak points or bottlenecks in business operations.
- Determined and recommended methods to implement improvement opportunities.
- Developed production techniques and production processes to meet customer and organizational needs.
- Analyzed process flows and identified areas of improvement to increase productivity and reduce costs.
- Identified and resolved process issues to drive optimal workflow and business growth.
- Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
Education
GED -
Gateway
Racine, WI08.2013
Skills
- Business Planning
- Quality Control
- Time Management
- Reporting and Analysis
- Lean Methodology
- Motivating Performers
- Value Stream Mapping
- Mentorship and Training
- Priority Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
Timeline
RMA Lead Technician
Badger Meter
04.2022 - Current
Lead Assembler
Badger Meter
07.2019 - 04.2022
Production Assembler
Badger Meter
10.2017 - 07.2019
Assembly Line Production Worker
BRP
09.2016 - 02.2017
Process Assistant
Amazon
06.2015 - 06.2016
GED -
Gateway