Phu Duong
East Brunswick,NJ
Summary
Highly adaptable operations professional experienced in supporting critical facility and manufacturing systems to ensure compliance and continuous operation. Skilled in commissioning, qualification, and validation activities; coordinating inspections; and managing vendor relationships. Knowledgeable in substations, switchgear, medium- and low-voltage distribution, and backup generator systems. Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and MS Office skills with a focus on operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Maintenance Technician
Draexlmaier
Livermore, USA
04.2020 - Current
- Executed installation, maintenance, and repair of production equipment, ensuring optimal performance of Tesla's interior door panel production.
- Utilized CMMS to proactively identify issues and uphold preventive maintenance schedules, minimizing downtime and promoting equipment reliability.
- Scheduled work for maintenance personnel while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted training for technicians on equipment operation and troubleshooting techniques, enhancing team skillset and operational readiness.
- Conducted fire inspections to ensure safety compliance and identify hazards.
Equipment Engineer
Tesla
Fremont, USA
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Established preventive maintenance programs for all equipment, ensuring operational reliability and reducing downtime.
- Modified and maintained machinery to optimize fabrication of solar panels and tiles in PV systems.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for equipment usage.
Senior Equipment Maintenance Technician
SolarCity
Fremont, USA
03.2015 - 11.2017
- Led installation and production ramp-up of high-volume electroplating systems.
- Executed physical vapor deposition, chemical vapor deposition, and electroplating processes for solar cells, enhancing production quality.
- Installed and repaired machinery for solar cell fabrication in high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Created PM specifications, standard operating procedures, checklists, and failure modes effects analyses for equipment to streamline maintenance processes.
- Assisted in design and planning of Gigawatt factory production plant in Buffalo, New York, supporting efficient operational setup.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols through regular audits and training sessions.
Process/Maintenance Technician
Silevo, Incorporated
Fremont, USA
09.2011 - 03.2015
- Performed preventive maintenance on machinery, ensuring optimal reliability and reducing downtime.
- Utilized CVD, PVD, and ECP techniques in production, improving process efficiency and product quality.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs, contributing to compliance and facilitating future reference.
- Supported start-up company in research and development of solar cells.
Shift Lead Technician
CaliSolar, Incorporated
Sunnyvale, USA
09.2009 - 09.2011
- Managed bandsaw, crop saw, and wiresaw operations for Meyer Burger projects, ensuring precision in material processing.
- Operated smelting oven for GT Solar, contributing to increased production capacity.
- Established foundry start-up for solar cell development, laying groundwork for innovative energy solutions.
Equipment Maintenance Technician
Intel Corporation
Santa Clara, USA
03.2005 - 06.2009
- Executed repairs on Nikon steppers and scanners, enhancing operational performance.
- Maintained and repaired TEL and SVG spin coaters, increasing overall equipment uptime.
- Performed electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on complex semiconductor manufacturing tools in a cleanroom environment.
- Conducted calibration and preventive maintenance, ensuring consistent equipment reliability.
- Strictly adhered to safety protocols while documenting maintenance activities in cleanroom settings.
Manufacturing Technician
Intel Corporation
Santa Clara, USA
07.2000 - 03.2005
- Executed SPC++ MES workstream using coordinate measuring machine for accurate precision analysis.
- Conducted high-voltage measurement of silicon wafers for CPUs and flash memory.
- Supported quality and safety initiatives to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGIES
Heald College, School of Business & Technology
Hayward, CaliforniaSkills
- Preventive maintenance
- Troubleshooting techniques
- CMMS utilization
- Process optimization
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- PPE compliance
- Fire safety inspection
- First Aid/CPR
- Team leadership
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Microsoft office
Timeline
Lead Maintenance Technician
Draexlmaier
04.2020 - Current
Equipment Engineer
Tesla
11.2017 - 01.2019
Senior Equipment Maintenance Technician
SolarCity
03.2015 - 11.2017
Process/Maintenance Technician
Silevo, Incorporated
09.2011 - 03.2015
Shift Lead Technician
CaliSolar, Incorporated
09.2009 - 09.2011
Equipment Maintenance Technician
Intel Corporation
03.2005 - 06.2009
Manufacturing Technician
Intel Corporation
07.2000 - 03.2005
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGIES
Heald College, School of Business & Technology