Larkita Brown
Wichita,KS
Summary
Proven Assembly Mechanic with a robust background at Spirit AeroSystems, adept in mechanical assembly and precision measurement. Excelled in enhancing production efficiency and quality assurance, mentoring peers for professional development. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and adherence to safety standards, ensuring project completion to exact specifications.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assembly Mechanic - Underwing - 14
Spirit AeroSystems
2014.10 - 2024.06
- Maintained detailed inventory records for parts and tools, streamlining reordering processes and minimizing delays due to shortages.
- Mentored junior mechanics, sharing valuable knowledge and skills to enhance their professional growth.
- Build sub-assemblies, 737 struts and pylons
- Airbus 220 wing kits and build links
- Perform quality tests and cord job time, using a variety of tools and equipment and follow written instructions, such as blueprints and diagrams.
- Familiar with hand and power tools and the ability to maintain a clean and safe wWorklace.
- Work with speed and accuracy to put together parts and products. Self directed and professional with hardworking mentality and strong problem solving abilities.
Lead Material Handler
Atlas Aerospace
2012.06 - 2014.10
- Minimized product damage by maintaining proper storage conditions and handling techniques.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction by ensuring accurate and timely fulfillment of orders.
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively coordinating with transportation providers and supply chain partners.
- Handle parts for Spirit Aerosystems, Gulfsteam, Northrop, an various Cessna sub-assembly parts, kit parts, assemble kits for assembly
- Managing the shipping and receiving of materials
- pulled and verified materials and supplies on production orders
- Ensured orderly production and distribution of products by pulling orders from inventory. Delivering production materials and supplies where needed, and staging finished product final distribution.
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Hawker Beechcraft
2006.05 - 2012.06
- Utilized advanced tools and techniques to efficiently cut, bend, shape, and assemble complex sheet metal structures.
- Satisfied customers by completing work to exact specifications and keeping job sites clean.
- Read blueprints and schematics correctly to complete jobs accurately and prevent rework.
- Completed same high level of work in hot, cold and inclement weather environments.
- Build leading edges, wrap around and w-5 panels on King Air per blue print specification.
- Drill out close tolerance holes, install high locks, rivets, bolts, countersink cherry max, sealer, electrical bond and NCR's
- Accuracy, detail oriented, hand tools, communication skills, documentation and power towels
Education
High School Diploma -
West High School
Wichita, KS05.1996
Bachelor of Science - Business
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS12.1986
Skills
- Wiring installation
- Workplace Safety
- Computer Skills
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Power Tools Proficiency
- Fastening Techniques
- Mechanical Assembly
- Precision measurement
- Torque specifications
- Adherence to Standards
- Manufacturing Experience
- Hand tool use
- Safety practices
- Safety understanding
- Visual Inspection
- Equipment Operation
- Product Assembly
- Blueprint Reading
- Manufacturing background
- Quality Assurance
- Safety Regulations Adherence
- Schematic reading
- Deburring skills
- Small Parts Assembly
- Assembly and production
- Accuracy
Certification
- Level II Mechanic Verification
- Sealing Certification
- Blueprint Certification
- Drilling and Counter Sinking Certification
- Electrical Bond Certification
- Airbus Sealing Certification
- Safety Certification
- Crane Operator Certification
- FOD Certification
-
Timeline
Assembly Mechanic - Underwing - 14
Spirit AeroSystems
2014.10 - 2024.06
Lead Material Handler
Atlas Aerospace
2012.06 - 2014.10
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Hawker Beechcraft
2006.05 - 2012.06
High School Diploma -
West High School
Bachelor of Science - Business
Wichita State University
- Level II Mechanic Verification
- Sealing Certification
- Blueprint Certification
- Drilling and Counter Sinking Certification
- Electrical Bond Certification
- Airbus Sealing Certification
- Safety Certification
- Crane Operator Certification
- FOD Certification
-
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