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Valarie Preston

Mesa,Arizona

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Specialist

Microchip Technology
02.1993 - Current
  • Operate advanced tools and machinery in a Class 10 ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 certified cleanroom environment, ensuring strict adherence to industry standards
  • Operate machines that manufacture microcontrollers and embedded control products used in a variety of electronic applications
  • Qualify new equipment and conduct engineering experiments to evaluate and optimize manufacturing processes, contributing to product development and performance improvements
  • Participate in quality and process improvement teams, focusing on continuous operational improvements
  • Certified in the Thinfilms area with prior experience in Diffusion and Wet Etch processes, ensuring high-quality production standards
  • Participated in 5S training initiatives, promoting organizational efficiency and cleanliness in the workplace
  • Qualify tools and equipment, ensuring operational readiness for production runs
  • Performed backup lead duties when needed, overseeing daily production activities and providing leadership to the team

Education

High School Diploma -

Gilbert High School
Gilbert, AZ
05.1991

Skills

  • Cleanroom Protocols
  • ISO 9001
  • IATF 16949 Standards
  • Equipment Qualification
  • Engineering Experimentation
  • Thinfilms
  • Diffusion
  • Wet Etch Processes
  • Process Optimization
  • Troubleshooting
  • Quality Control
  • Inspection
  • 5S Methodology
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Team Leadership
  • Backup Lead Experience
  • Strong Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Team Collaboration
  • Communication

Timeline

Production Specialist

Microchip Technology
02.1993 - Current

High School Diploma -

Gilbert High School
Valarie Preston