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Tina D. Thomas
Tucker,GA
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Summary
Experienced product and development engineer with 15 years in testing and instrumentation. Proficient in troubleshooting, system calibration, and machine operation, leading to significant improvements in operational efficiency. Demonstrated success in quality control, achieving a 25% boost in efficiency. Strong analytical skills applied to mechanical testing and fixture design.
Work History
Mechatronics And Robotics Technician
CBRE/ Amazon
10.2025 - Current
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair Amazon Robotics (AR) drive units, supporting a fleet of 1,000+ mobile robots and achieving 98–99% system uptime.
- Perform preventive maintenance on robotic drives, batteries, sensors, and navigation systems, reducing unplanned downtime by 20–30%.
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults using advanced troubleshooting tools, cutting average repair time (MTTR) by 15%.
- Execute component replacements (motors, wheels, battery modules, sensors) with a 95%+ first-time fix rate to ensure rapid system recovery.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and drive reliability upgrades, contributing to a 10–15% increase in overall robotic throughput.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify recurring failures and implement corrective actions, reducing repeat issues by 25%.
Quality control specialist
Suniva
Atlanta, GA
02.2025 - 10.2025
- Conducted quality inspections, testing, and documentation of processed solar cells.
- Modified Micro Vu measurement system to increase efficiency by 25%.
- Utilized Keyence microscope for defect identification and image recording for team review.
- Reduced scrap rate by 20% through improved product rework processes.
Maintenance Technician II
Pitney Bowes
Las Vegas, NV
02.2021 - 10.2024
- Maintained Blue Crest Vantage pre-sort mailing equipment and Videojet printers through preventative maintenance.
- Provided on-call support for equipment issues during operations, addressing software and mechanical failures.
- Serviced Carter Control conveyor system and Fanuc RobotR-200iCS Sleever Arm with Auto Viri software.
- Troubleshot conveyor issues, resolving mechanical, electrical, and programming problems efficiently.
- Executed preventative maintenance on automated conveyor systems, collaborating with operations during peak periods.
- Diagnosed and repaired motor faults in 480V control panel while adhering to PPE protocols.
- Utilized ICW software for troubleshooting conveyor issues and managed work orders and inventory through CMM.
- Ensured optimal performance of VFDs by troubleshooting and repairing divert mechanisms.
Product Validation Test Engineer
Green Tokai
Brookville, OH
12.2014 - 12.2020
- Developed methods for testing tensile and compression equipment, establishing fixtures for automotive trim.
- Executed comprehensive testing and validation programs, including direction, execution, and reporting.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and specifications while training employees and maintaining training matrices.
- Created and managed CARS for non-conforming parts, ensuring documentation compliance for ISO 9001 audits.
- Facilitated communication among team members, customers, and suppliers to ensure hardware compliance.
- Enhanced lab efficiencies by directing test technicians and aiding DFMEA development.
- Oversaw test lab operations, conducting validation testing to meet stringent requirements.
- Established calibration schedules and tracked gauges using Gage Pack 12 to maintain equipment accuracy.
- Performed testing to determine functionality or optimization.
Systems Integration
PDSI at Kodak
Kettering, OH
12.2010 - 12.2014
- Configured and operated Industrial Digital Color Printing Press Prosper 5000 in various settings.
- Evaluated print quality, repaired components, and provided technical support for printing press.
- Utilized MATLAB to collect data and summarize configuration change reports.
- Organized hardware, software, and electrical components during development changes across divisions.
- Installed equipment at the customer site.
Lead Test Technician
ATL at Ethicon Endo-Surgery
Blue Ash, OH
12.2004 - 12.2011
- Designed and set up testing fixtures for surgical devices on Instron tensile/compression equipment.
- Created or modified test method, Lab View controls, set data acquisition.
- Managed cross-functional projects and ensured all testing supplies were ready for the test.
- Trained new employees and co-ops on existing equipment & current testing processes.
- Leadership skills are clear by delegating work to the final launch. Ensured lab documents were ready for FDA audit.
- Resolved a long-standing issue of a product fixture on a force-to-fire machine.
- High-speed camera & lighting setup to video Instron testing to visualize close movement.
- Develop test procedures used to verify & validate requirements.
- Evaluated components for defects.
- FDA and compliance certifications for ISO 9001.
Education
Data Analytics Certification -
Thinkful
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
University of Dayton
Skills
- Database management (SQL, PostgreSQL)
- Data analysis (Excel, Tableau, Python)
- Dashboard creation and visualization
- Mechanical testing (vibration, tensile/compression)
- Environmental testing
- Force measurement tools
- Digital printing processes
- Fixture design and fabrications
- Data collection systems expertise
- Microsoft Office 365 proficiency
- Precision measurement instruments (calipers, micrometers)
- Tool operation (hand and power tools)
- Team collaboration and leadership skills
- Test validation and quality inspection
- Preventative maintenance strategies
- Project coordination expertise
- Training development and delivery
- Methodical problem solving
- Critical thinking skills
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Mechatronics And Robotics Technician
CBRE/ Amazon
10.2025 - Current
Quality control specialist
Suniva
02.2025 - 10.2025
Maintenance Technician II
Pitney Bowes
02.2021 - 10.2024
Product Validation Test Engineer
Green Tokai
12.2014 - 12.2020
Systems Integration
PDSI at Kodak
12.2010 - 12.2014
Lead Test Technician
ATL at Ethicon Endo-Surgery
12.2004 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
University of Dayton
Data Analytics Certification -
Thinkful