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Kim Dickson

Puyallup,WA

Summary

Aerospace manufacturing specialist with expertise in advanced composite fabrication and quality assurance. Proven ability to implement lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency and safety. Experienced in training teams and managing production processes to achieve high-quality outcomes while ensuring compliance and fostering positive relationships with peers and customers.

Overview

1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Worker - Fiberglass

General Plastics Manufacturing
Tacoma, Washington
02.2022 - 12.2024
  • Developed composite fabrication skills in fiberglass, Kevlar, carbon fiber, and glass to improve product quality.
  • Applied 5S lean principles to streamline workflow and reduce waste.
  • Ensured safe handling of chemicals and power tools in compliance with safety protocols.
  • Led training sessions for new employees on production processes and safety measures to enhance team safety and performance.
  • Achieved or surpassed targets for on-time customer shipments consistently.
  • Organized storage areas for efficient retrieval of materials and supplies.
  • Operated production machinery according to company standards to produce quality components.
  • Troubleshot technical issues during assembly to minimize disruptions.

Window Mechanic – 737 Windshield rebuild

Pacific Aerotech
08.2020 - 05.2021

Assembled and performed precision layup of Boeing 737 flight deck windows, achieving a 99% defect-free rate.

Assembled, routed, and soldered electrical wiring for heated windows, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.

Executed FLIR thermal imaging tests on aircraft glass, identifying anomalies to uphold quality standards with 95% accuracy.

Conducted thorough quality inspections at each stage to ensure compliance with FAA and company specifications.

Prepared and cleaned window components using sandblasting and solvent methods, reducing contamination risk for assembly.

Team Lead – Layup

Aim Aerospace
08.2016 - 05.2020

Led team of laminators on high-paced line, achieving 98% on-time completion rate while exceeding production and quality targets.

Trained and mentored over 10 new employees in composite layup and vacuum bagging, reducing onboarding time by 25%.

Collaborated with supervisors to adjust daily production schedules, improving workflow and reducing downtime.

Facilitated daily SQDEC meetings to address progress and resolve bottlenecks, leading to a 20% decrease in safety incidents.

Conducted final inspections of laminated parts, ensuring compliance with work orders and customer specifications.

Education

General Studies in Manufacturing

Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA
03-2026

Certificate - Advanced Aerospace Composite Technician

Clover Park Technical College
Puyallup
12-2013

Architecture & Urban Planning

University of Washington
Seattle, WA

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School
Renton, WA

Certificate of Completion - Career Readiness, Digital Skills, & more.

Goodwill/WorkSource/LinkedIn Learning
Tacoma, WA

Skills

  • Composite Repair & Manufacturing
  • Assembly and production
  • Composite Coating
  • Bagging and curing
  • Mold release and finishing
  • Dimensional Inspection
  • Quality assurance
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Hand Tools, Machinery Operation & Maintenance
  • Production scheduling
  • Production documentation
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • Composite Technician
  • FAA Safety Team-human Factors course
  • Digital skills training

History

I excelled at architectural & mechanical drafting in high school; attended the University of Washington in the School of Architecture and Urban Design; and was employed at Boeing as a draftsperson using manual & CATIA V5; and promoted to CATIA Lead in Payloads Galley team.

Communication Skills

I take ownership of assigned work; proactively communicate with supervisors; support team efficiency by restocking supplies; keep a clean and organized work area; and independently research and resolve unclear or inaccurate work orders to ensure on-time completion.

Personal Information

Hobbies: Hiking, The outdoors, Home maintenance/repair/using tools, Music, Family, Friends

Affiliations

  • Pierce County Conservation District

Timeline

Production Worker - Fiberglass

General Plastics Manufacturing
02.2022 - 12.2024

Window Mechanic – 737 Windshield rebuild

Pacific Aerotech
08.2020 - 05.2021

Team Lead – Layup

Aim Aerospace
08.2016 - 05.2020

General Studies in Manufacturing

Clover Park Technical College

Certificate - Advanced Aerospace Composite Technician

Clover Park Technical College

Architecture & Urban Planning

University of Washington

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School

Certificate of Completion - Career Readiness, Digital Skills, & more.

Goodwill/WorkSource/LinkedIn Learning
Kim Dickson