High School Diploma -
Skyline High School
Mesa, AZ05.2013
Kayce Krick
Test Technician
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Enthusiastic worker, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and unpenitrable positive morale. Clear understanding of production, reasearch and development, safety, and training in a manufacturing environment. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in manufacturing.
"Safety is a lifestyle not a word!"
Education
Skills
- Worksite safety
- Production deadline/time management
- Assembly protocols
- Machinery operation/troubleshooting
- Material loading and unloading
- MS Office
- Problem resolution
- Project organization
- Customer Service
- Team management
- Inspiring with multitasking under stress and can keep positive morale
- Communication
- Relationship development
Work History
Test Technician
ZF Lifetech
Mesa, AZ
07.2022 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Supported engineering teams in making data-driven decisions by providing timely and accurate test results.
- Promoted a safe working environment by following established safety guidelines and protocols during all testing activities.
- Performed mechanical troubleshooting to identify reliability issues with material.
- Minimized downtime and maximized productivity by swiftly addressing issues found during performance tests.
- Reduced test malfunctions by maintaining test equipment regularly.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Performed Behavioral Based safety inspections monthly.
Process Technician
Lawrence Semiconductor Research Inc.
Mesa, AZ
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Processed, inspected with microscope for defects/imperfections and characterized wafers.
- Interpret data and tune reactors to customer specifications.
- Performed regular equipment calibrations/qualifications with control chart documentation.
- Kept cleanroom within company and state safety and 5s regulations.
- Data collection using Excel
- Trained with chemical safety, use and clean up.
- Worked hand in hand with RnD to ensure productivity.
Wafer Fabrication Operator
NXP Semiconductors
Mesa, AZ
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Ensured timely completion of tasks, meeting deadlines while maintaining high standards for quality control in wafer manufacturing processes.
- Improved wafer yield by continuously monitoring and adjusting fabrication equipment settings.
- Maintained a well-organized work environment, ensuring clean room protocols and safety standards were upheld.
- Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and escalating issues to maintenance when necessary.
- Demonstrated adaptability with the ability to learn new processes quickly, mastering various types of fabrication equipment as needed.
- Handled chemicals such as SC1, SC2 and Hydrochloric Acid. In addition also responsible for spills/clean-up.
- Expedited smooth handoffs between shifts by providing clear communication during pass-down meetings, resulting in reduced errors and better continuity of work progress.
Training Lead/SME
Dexcom Inc
Mesa, AZ
12.2018 - 08.2020
- Optimized training resources by conducting regular audits and eliminating redundancy or outdated materials, maintaining a current and effective learning library.
- Introduced innovative teaching methods to optimize learning outcomes within diverse working environments.
- Streamlined onboarding process for new hires, reducing time to proficiency and increasing employee satisfaction.
- Mentored junior trainers, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback for their professional growth.
- Oversaw day-to-day functions of training department.
- Observed quality assurance measure to avoid potential lawsuits from customers.
- Worked with raw materials to develop complete and viable products.
- Assisted in quality and document control.
- Participated in internal/external audits for company (ISO), OSHA, and the FDA.
- Conducted performance and quality test of goods to meet product certification requirements.
- Monitored employee actions for adherence to safety procedures.
- Supported operators in day-day set up and operation resulting in efficient runs.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation daily of production processes.
- Took part of GEMBA to ensure safety and quality in the workplace.
- Monitored daily operations and made adjustments to production when/where necessary.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings and controls if engineering is not present.
- Responsible for 40+ employees' training in and out of the cleanroom.
- Created agendas, communication materials, and production plans to ensure great work flow and high positive morale.
- Maintained equipment and work area complying with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Understanding of manufacturing documents such as; GDP, SOP, SMPIs, and Best Practice.
Assistant Manager
Sand Taco
Mesa, AZ
07.2013 - 02.2017
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase efficiency and profitability while tightly controlling costs such as labor and preventing waste.
- Participated and supervised health inspections and company audits.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team proformance.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to exceed business and customer needs.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests, and found coverage for short shifts.
- Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff to keep expertise fresh and relevant.
- Coached crew members to optimize proformance and motivate towards more efficient work.
- Exercised composure under pressure/ Consistently exhibited calm demeanor and positive morale in high stress or negative situations.
- Assisted management in developing and creating a welcoming atmosphere for crew members to voice complaints.
- Regularly checked building to confirm maintenance and cleaning met code and regulations.
Timeline
Test Technician
ZF Lifetech
07.2022 - Current
Process Technician
Lawrence Semiconductor Research Inc.
11.2021 - 03.2022
Wafer Fabrication Operator
NXP Semiconductors
01.2021 - 06.2021
Training Lead/SME
Dexcom Inc
12.2018 - 08.2020
Assistant Manager
Sand Taco
07.2013 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Skyline High School
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