Outdoor activities: camping, fishing, and hiking
Watching college sports: Wrestling, Football, Basketball
Passion for working on cars and motorcycles
Recently started snowboarding and golfing
Jayden Brubaker
Summary
Driven and skilled quality technician with a strong background in CNC operations, quality systems, and lean manufacturing principles. I take pride in my ability to reduce quality issues, streamline processes, and work cross-functionally to implement meaningful changes on the floor.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Technology Quality Technician
Swagelok
Solon, OH
11.2023 - Current
- Delivered technical and quality support across 150 work centers, using SPC and Eddy Current tools to apply lean initiatives, streamline workflows, and support data driven decisions that improved data accuracy, process reliability, and reduced waste.
- Led a cross-functional lean event with engineering and support teams to optimize two machining centers. Implemented workflows that increased EVA (Earned vs. Actual hours) from 89.97% to 100.71% and boosted PPLH (Parts Per Labor Hour) from 150 to 170.61 within 90 days.
- Streamlined quality processes by consolidating 250 SPC programs into 8, significantly improving data accuracy, consistency, and reducing downtime related to troubleshooting.
- Directed quality initiatives targeting smart gage defects and overall shop floor training, resulting in a 60% reduction in SPC escalations and a 34% decrease in Eddy Current work orders from 2023 to 2024.
- Facilitated daily startup meetings and served as the quality and safety representative in DOMs, Gemba walks, and boundary team discussions. Collaborated with engineering and support departments to drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
Manufacturing Operator
Swagelok
Solon, OH
12.2020 - 11.2023
- Skilled in setup and operation of Nakamura CNC machines for small-order exotic material production. Worked cross functionally to test and implement tooling, gaging, and machine processes.
- Supported implementation of the bar-to-ship process condensing multiple operations into one standardized cell. Resulting in improvements in process mapping and material flow. Led training and troubleshooting efforts to ensure smooth adoption and long-term sustainability.
- Gained hands-on experience across 15 work centers and multiple platforms including Okuma Mills, Okuma CNC Lathes, Hydromats, Schuttes, and Miyanos. Demonstrating adaptability and technical versatility throughout the facility.
- Applied lean principles from internal training to enhance cell and department design; contributed to cell standardization and improved cross-shift handoffs.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Olmsted High School
North Olmsted, OH06-2021
Graduate Certificate - CNC Machining And Programming
Polaris Career Center
Berea, OH06-2021
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing tools and implementation
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Quality Control Standards
- Process Monitoring and Optimization
- Training and Knowledge Sharing
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Workplace Safety
Interests
Timeline
Advanced Technology Quality Technician
Swagelok
11.2023 - Current
Manufacturing Operator
Swagelok
12.2020 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
North Olmsted High School
Graduate Certificate - CNC Machining And Programming
Polaris Career Center