Ken Brinks
Carson City,NV
Summary
Performance-oriented manufacturing professional with demonstrated skills in enhancing workflows and resource utilization to achieve demanding Assembly P2 targets. Hardworking leader and analytical problem-solver with conscientious approach to tackling operations issues. Decisive leader and collaborative team-builder with good planning and multitasking abilities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Anode
Panasonic Energy North America
- Held MH personnel accountable for lack of presence on the floor, assuring that people were in their designated position at the designated time
- Assigned goal-oriented roles to those that could meet target; choice assignments earned through competing with fellow coworkers
- Raised ARP production numbers in P2 Anode to better match those in P1 in anticipation of GA-15
- Optimized and enhanced the 6S layout in Anode to better reflect organizational goals.
Shift Lead; Materials, Separator then Anode C-shift
Panasonic Energy North America
11.2022 - Current
- Worked side by side with my crew to demonstrate a solid work ethic and to display the ideal sense of urgency in the area
- Developed undermotivated team members, providing motivation for discipline through a solid work ethic
- Instituted a goal of “We Set the Standard” with regards to C-shift Separator; raised the bar for passdown expectations
- Ensured and maintained a constant supply of materials for Winding, Front End and Commons
- Maintained a high level of communication among myself and others in leadership positions
- Gave feedback and on the fly performance reviews and coaching sessions as required
- Set the standard for delivery and 6S projects across all 4 shifts and provided regular feedback to my peers regarding the needs of the area
- Was a driving force behind Double Black Diamond status for Materials P2.
Skilled Machine Operator III
Panasonic Energy North America
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Ensured successful operation of winding machines, high-speed
- Performed material exchanges and splices
- Recovered e-stops and material breaks
- Obtained quality samples and performed routine cleaning
- Assisted MTs with simple fixes and bearing exchanges when they were otherwise engaged if I was certain of my ability to do so
- Took on a leadership role and had my team functioning as a cohesive unit under Alex Huntingwolf and Alex Galacia; GA-13, A-shift.
Machinist Apprentice
Remarc Manufacturing
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Ensured QA using various measuring instruments including handheld Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), micrometers, bore gauges, calipers etc
- Operation of manual mills & lathes
- Operation of CNC mills & lathes
- Operation of forklifts, cranes surface grinders and hydraulic press
- Familiarity of safe practices and the 5S system
- Shipping & packaging
- Tapping, finishing and deburring of completed machined parts
- Detail oriented with a keen eye for accuracy and safety.
Food Server
IHOP
01.2012 - 09.2019
- Establish rapport and anticipate needs of the guest
- Ensure guest satisfaction and complaint resolution
- Ensure guest feels welcome and is invited to return
- Process bill payments and ensure cash and credit card payments are handled without errors.
Material Handler
Schwan's Fine Foods
09.2013 - 03.2015
- Delivered 2.5 ton truck to Sales Representative 3.5 hours away
- Loaded food products onto delivery trucks
- Fueled trucks with liquid propane (LP)
- Broke down loads from semi truck deliveries
- Inventory of large freezer
- Light maintenance of delivery trucks
- Plant and operations maintenance.
Sales Consultant
Michael Hohl Motor Co
01.2012 - 01.2012
- Initial greeting and introduction
- Establish rapport and discover needs of the guest
- Demonstrate specifications and performance of vehicle
- Negotiating terms of contract
- Final delivery and inspection of vehicle.
Restaurant Manager
Carson City Nugget
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Ensured smooth operation of five restaurants
- Weekly inventory of product
- Managed crews across five individual restaurants totaling 75+ employees
- Conducted interviews, monthly meetings and performance reviews
- Developed and implemented new menu and employee incentive program
- Assigned schedules for five different restaurants, two of which were 24-hour operations.
Food Server
Carson City Nugget
01.1999 - 01.2010
Education
GED -
Douglas High School
Minden, NV06.1998
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
Accomplishments
- Achieved and consistently maintained hourly and daily production targets by utilizing positive reinforcement while establishing and maintaining a culture of accountability.
Timeline
Shift Lead; Materials, Separator then Anode C-shift
Panasonic Energy North America
11.2022 - Current
Skilled Machine Operator III
Panasonic Energy North America
10.2021 - 11.2022
Machinist Apprentice
Remarc Manufacturing
09.2018 - 01.2021
Material Handler
Schwan's Fine Foods
09.2013 - 03.2015
Food Server
IHOP
01.2012 - 09.2019
Sales Consultant
Michael Hohl Motor Co
01.2012 - 01.2012
Restaurant Manager
Carson City Nugget
01.2011 - 01.2012
Food Server
Carson City Nugget
01.1999 - 01.2010
Anode
Panasonic Energy North America
GED -
Douglas High School
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