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Michael Huichan

Automation Technician
San Antonio,TX

Summary

Skilled Automation Technician with a proven track record at Lone Star Bakery, enhancing production efficiency by over 30% through innovative automation solutions and diligent maintenance. Expert in electrical troubleshooting and pneumatic/hydraulic systems, excel in collaborative problem-solving and operator training, significantly reducing machine downtime and driving process improvements.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Automation Technician

Lone Star Bakery
02.2024 - Current
  • Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and proactive troubleshooting of automation equipment.
  • Kept overall downtime to below 9% throughout year.
  • Worked closely with quality assurance teams to enhance product consistency through process automation improvements.
  • Increased production efficiency by implementing automation systems and maintaining equipment.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies in field of industrial automation, making recommendations for adoption based on potential benefits and ROI considerations.
  • Trained operators on use of newly installed automation equipment, contributing to seamless transition during implementation phases.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to design and install automated systems for new product lines.

Maintenance Technician

Futaba Industrial Co.Ltd
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
  • Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Managed to keep downtime to minimum by 12% for 2 consecutive months
  • Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electronic Systems Engineering Technology

Texas A&M University-San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
07.2024 - Current

Associate of Science - Advanced Manufacturing And Technology

St Philip's College
College/university In San Antonio, TX
08.2021 - 12.2023

Skills

Certification

Osha 10 training - 2019-2024

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Electronic Systems Engineering Technology

Texas A&M University-San Antonio
07.2024 - Current

Scissor lift License - 2024

07-2024

Automation Technician

Lone Star Bakery
02.2024 - Current

Certified level 2 technician

12-2023

Maintenance Technician

Futaba Industrial Co.Ltd
02.2023 - 03.2024

Associate of Science - Advanced Manufacturing And Technology

St Philip's College
08.2021 - 12.2023

Osha 10 training - 2019-2024

10-2019
Michael HuichanAutomation Technician