Joshua Kossin
Wichita,KS
Summary
Reliable, energetic Mechanic with passion for hands-on work. Identifies issues early and comes up with cost-effective solutions for client and business. Highly versatile and experienced with latest technology and advancements in Type industry.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Fuselage Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, KS
02.2024 - Current
- Use shop mathematics and precision measuring and or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components.
- Utilize tooling in the assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items.
- Verify work performed is per work instructions and meets process and/or engineering specification. Identify discrepancies found per applicable procedure.
- Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure.
- Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., where applicable, replacing machine filters, changing standard light bulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).
- Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, move product to the next operation within a building.
- Perform work within allotted schedules.
- Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees at all classification levels.
- Assist in the training of other assembly personnel in assembly, installation, and inspections techniques.
Fabrication Shop Lead
Center Industries
Wichita, KS
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Responsible for maintaining and ensuring production schedules are completed in a timely manner.
- Assisting shop technicians with troubleshooting and proper machine setup.
- Assisted machine operators with verifying first parts to ensure quality standards are being upheld.
- Maintained Fabrication Shop inventory. Including tools, supplies and equipment.
Advanced steel press operator
Johnson Controls
Wichita, KS
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Responsible for die changeovers and for selecting correct materials to run.
- Responsible for solving majority of problems if setup related.
- Correct or seek support to correct any setup problems or tool problems preventing production of good parts.
- Responsible for operating press to punch and form parts per specifications.
- Responsible for tightening hold down bolts, dies, springs, and pins. Lubricates material and parts as required.
- Responsible for Completing all required and assigned paperwork.
- Responsible for housekeeping activities daily as outlined by supervisor.
- Responsible for Complying with all quality checks to include first part and last part inspection.
Technical Support
Cox Communications Inc.
Wichita, KS
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Engages in real-time troubleshooting with customers to resolve technical issues.
- Educated residential Cox customers about the use of products and additional service opportunities.
- Maximize opportunities to sell additional or upgraded services to customers as available, while providing a quality customer experience.
- Handled remote support for both business and residential customers.
- Advised customers in equipment setup and troubleshooting for proper issue resolution.
- Setup SRO calls for field support as required.
Account Expert
T-Mobile
Wichita, KS
07.2016 - 08.2018
- Assisted customers with processing payments/payment arrangements.
- Assisted customers with advanced troubleshooting technical support.
- Assisted customers with billing and account management.
Education
Associate's degree - Computer Science
Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita, KS06-2020
High school diploma or GED - undefined
East High School
Wichita, KS05-2004
Skills
Blueprint reading
Precision measuring instruments
C/C
SharePoint
Communication Skills
Warehouse experience
Assembly
Technical Support
Microsoft Office
Java
Manufacturing
JavaScript
Microsoft Excel
Attention to detail
Computer Networking
Computer operation
Business Requirements
Microsoft Windows
Operating Systems
Micrometer
Sheet metal fabrication
Teamwork
CRM software
Computer Science
User Interface (UI)
XML
NET
Calipers
Software Troubleshooting
Linux
Forklift
Time management
Microsoft SQL Server
Certification
Forklift Certification
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Fuselage Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
02.2024 - Current
Fabrication Shop Lead
Center Industries
06.2023 - 02.2024
Advanced steel press operator
Johnson Controls
09.2022 - 05.2023
Technical Support
Cox Communications Inc.
08.2017 - 08.2018
Account Expert
T-Mobile
07.2016 - 08.2018
High school diploma or GED - undefined
East High School
Associate's degree - Computer Science
Wichita Area Technical College