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NICHOLAS NAKAJIMA-PYLE

Oakland,CA

Summary

Candidate able to train a small team of new associates and turn them into hitters in order to hit the target goals no matter which area in Tesla it is.


Talented Production Leader possessing expertise in problem solving and delegation of tasks. Adept at performing audits to standardize work. Actively and positively supports company policies and procedures and delivers training to operators on special work instructions. Motivational and hardworking with proficiency in Excel and company wide intranet.



Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Associate

Tesla
02.2018 - 12.2018
  • Model X 3rd Row seat
  • Learned and was certified in every station as quickly as possible
  • Was able to produce seats as one of the fastest builders on the line
  • Always maintain quality as well as speed.
  • Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.

Production Associate

Tesla
12.2018 - 12.2019
  • As a team member of the welding department I always assured our FGI never fell behind
  • Certified in all areas and able to run it if necessary.
  • Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.

Production Associate

Tesla
02.2018 - 11.2020
  • Model Y 60% Line Acting Lead
  • Run the 60% line on model Y assuring the target numbers are hit while maintaining quality
  • Able to identify and solve any problems that manifest
  • I have led a team of new associates on not only the 60% line but also 40% and RSC
  • Always have met target numbers despite any adversity that has stood in the way
  • Staying engaged and focused on the tasks at hand in order to build one of the strongest teams at the factory.
  • Encouraging team members to step up and take responsibilities and communicating effectively with team members, from the very new associates to the veterans
  • Lead my team by example to show that I would never ask of them to do something I couldn't or wouldn't do myself
  • Fluent in MOS and able to fix issues that come on the line
  • I have worked many hours on other shifts to gain more knowledge and experience on the line in order to bring back that knowledge to my team to help them grow
  • Worked closely with QI's and process technicians in order to maintain steady production correctly
  • Support other teams when they are low on manpower to ensure that we succeed as a whole
  • Trained countless new associates on the various lines throughout model Y
  • Have trained associates on MOS and rework
  • Always maintaining proper PPE is being followed as well as the MI.

Lead Production Associate

Tesla
11.2020 - 09.2023
  • Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
  • Monitored workers on site during production activities for safety procedures compliance.
  • Updated production metrics and facilitate regular team communication.
  • Evaluated manufacturing equipment for safety and functionality with regular inspections and preventative maintenance.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
  • Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
  • Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.

Education

High School Diploma -

King Kekaulike High School
Pukalani, HI

Skills

  • Lead Production Associate
  • Acting Lead
  • Production Associate
  • Experienced
  • Safety Rules Enforcement
  • Operations Support
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Procedure Implementation
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Assembly and Production
  • Materials Management

Timeline

Lead Production Associate

Tesla
11.2020 - 09.2023

Production Associate

Tesla
12.2018 - 12.2019

Production Associate

Tesla
02.2018 - 12.2018

Production Associate

Tesla
02.2018 - 11.2020

High School Diploma -

King Kekaulike High School
NICHOLAS NAKAJIMA-PYLE