Robin Waithaka
Kent,WA
Summary
Driven by a results-focused approach, I significantly enhanced productivity and safety at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories as a Manufacturing Production Supervisor. Leveraging skills in equipment troubleshooting and relationship building, I led teams to exceed production targets and fostered a collaborative environment, achieving a notable increase in worker output and reducing safety incidents.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
Production Coordinator
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
04.2020 - 09.2022
- Provided hands-on support during peak production periods, assisting teams in meeting tight deadlines.
- Coordinated with production team to support productivity targets and deadline management.
- Managed daily operations on the production floor, maintaining a safe and organized workspace.
- Monitored and tracked progress of all production tasks for on-time delivery.
- Coordinated communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Electronic Assembler
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
11.2018 - 04.2022
- Assembled components per technical specifications and production guidelines.
- Utilized advanced soldering techniques for precise connections between electronic components, minimizing the need for rework or repairs.
- Evaluated design schematics for clarity before beginning each assembly project, ensuring minimal errors during the build process.
- Maintained a positive attitude and strong work ethic, contributing to overall team morale and success in meeting production goals.
- Enhanced final product quality with meticulous inspection of assembled components, ensuring proper alignment and secure connections.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by adhering to safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards.
- Completed surface mount soldering of printed circuit boards.
- Trained new employees in assembly skills to improve team production levels.
- Developed and tested prototypes in accordance with engineering specifications, utilizing electrical and mechanical tools.
- Identified and corrected defects to bring completed products in line with tolerances.
- Reviewed building diagrams and blueprints to determine errors in electronic equipment installations.
- Supported new team members through comprehensive training on assembly procedures, fostering a supportive workplace culture.
- Collaborated with engineers and designers to resolve technical challenges, resulting in improved product functionality and customer satisfaction.
- Put together analog and digital assemblies of all complexity levels.
- Used precision measuring equipment to check final products for adherence to tolerance limits.
Education
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05.2016
High School Diploma -
Kent Meridian High School
Kent, WA06.2012
Skills
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Relationship Building
- Strategy Development
- Coordinating Daily Operations
- Interpreting Job Specifications
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Safety Management
- Product Assembly
- Incidents management
- Production Coordination
- Materials Inspection
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
09.2022 - 12.2023
Production Coordinator
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
04.2020 - 09.2022
Electronic Assembler
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
11.2018 - 04.2022
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Washington State University
High School Diploma -
Kent Meridian High School
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