Nilson Leka

Tesla

08.2022 - 10.2023

Established project schedules and monitored tasks to meet milestones during each phase.
Prepared documentation and established training processes that would allow seamless onboarding transitions.
Provided technical assistance to engineering & production teams.
Reviewed manufacturing and engineering processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
Trained over one hundred production associates on how to operate machines effectively, safely and while also maintaining quality standards.
Analyzed tool settings and made adjustments in order to align physical products to their original design.
Conducted machine audits to verify machine, product, and quality parameters.
Met daily with engineering team to discuss project implementations and alleviate any issues.
Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
Worked with controls engineers to troubleshoot PLC's, HMI's, and improve designs.
Provided detailed project status updates to executive management.
Implemented process improvement projects that reduced downtime, reduced risk of quality control escapes, and improved safety standards.
Worked with tooling engineers to improve designs of our battery winding machine to un-obstruct the view of it's limit sensors. This reduced production downtime and removed the need to train production associates on how to troubleshoot this specific issue.

Models & Tools

10.2021 - 06.2022

Created concise documentation for each tool regarding usage, transport, and safety guides for technicians.
Identified design requirements that needed to be documented and communicated during project meetings.
Gathered and organized data needed to successfully complete projects into excel.
Reviewed orders to make sure the necessary materials needed for projects were correctly purchased.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Created CAD models and drawings for aerospace clients.
Created Bill of Materials, Failure Mode and Effective Analysis, and Tool Usage Instructions.
Read and interpreted technical drawings.
Followed verbal instructions and hand sketches to adapt and modify tooling.
Enhanced electrical designs by utilizing advanced drafting techniques and adhering to industry standards.
Reduced errors in drawings by implementing thorough quality control procedures for all electrical CAD designs.
Boosted client satisfaction levels by delivering high-quality electrical CAD work that met or exceeded expectations.
Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations through meticulous adherence to codes and guidelines in electrical CAD designs.

Controller Technologies

10.2020 - 09.2021

Created technical training guides that helped onboard newly hired associates seamlessly.
Performed complex mechanical alignments and software calibrations.
Conducted tests of components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
Managed team performance by training, mentoring, and motivating employees.
Reduced ECU update times by more than 25% by refining the workflow process.

Summary