PHILLIP BEM
Modesto,CA
Summary
Results-driven Production Lead with 4+ years of experience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations at Tesla. Proven expertise in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, production line optimization, and team leadership. LOTO-certified with hands-on experience in robotics, systems integration, and root cause analysis. Recognized for reducing downtime, improving safety compliance, and driving consistent production performance in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Lead Associate
Tesla, Inc.
03.2022 - Current
- Lead daily production operations to consistently meet or exceed output, quality, and safety targets
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical equipment issues, minimizing downtime through rapid troubleshooting and corrective actions
- Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality teams to improve line performance and equipment reliability
- Train and mentor associates on LOTO, safety protocols, and Standard Work Instructions (SWIs)
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, safety, and throughput
Production Associate
Tesla, Inc.
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Supported high-speed automated manufacturing lines in a safety-critical environment
- Performed root cause analysis (RCA) on equipment malfunctions and process deviations
- Identified inefficiencies and assisted with corrective and preventive actions
- Maintained strict compliance with LOTO, SWIs, and OSHA safety standards
Education
High School Diploma -
In Tech Engineering Academy
01-2018
Skills
- Troubleshooting: Mechanical, Electrical, Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Manufacturing Operations: Line Optimization, Calibration, Standard Work (SWIs)
- Safety & Compliance: LOTO, OSHA Standards, Team Safety Training
- Hardware & Tools: Multimeter, Pneumatic Systems, Mechanical Tools
- Software & Systems: Microsoft Office Suite, MOS, Ignition
- Quality control
- Troubleshooting
- Team coordination
Accomplishments
- Reduced equipment downtime through effective troubleshooting and proactive maintenance support
- Improved team safety and compliance through hands-on LOTO and procedural training
- Contributed to increased production output and system reliability in a high-volume manufacturing environment
Certification
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Certified
- Certified Line Trainer
- GA3 & GA4 Line Repair
- Robotics & Systems Integration — In Tech Engineering Academy
Timeline
Production Lead Associate
Tesla, Inc.
03.2022 - Current
Production Associate
Tesla, Inc.
08.2020 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
In Tech Engineering Academy