Dynamic and self-motivated professional with extensive experience at Kato Engineering, excelling in quality control and mechanical maintenance. Proven ability to enhance product quality through meticulous inspections and effective team collaboration. Skilled in root cause analysis and committed to continuous improvement, fostering a positive work environment while managing multiple projects efficiently.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead in Mechanical Maintenance
Kato Engineering Division of NIDEC
09.2020 - Current
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Quality Control Inspector
Kato Engineering
08.2018 - 09.2020
Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
Completed precise measurements using special tools.
Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
Lead Wind/Hook up and Repair
Kato Engineering
05.2007 - 08.2018
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Lead Wind/HookUP
Kato Engineering
04.1989 - 05.2008
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Oven Room Baker
Kato Engineering
11.1984 - 04.1989
Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mankato East High
Mankato, MN
06-1980
Skills
Equipment maintenance
Quality control
Preventive maintenance
Root cause analysis
Team collaboration
Time management
Effective communication
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Training others
Friendly, positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Dependable and responsible
Multitasking Abilities
Verbal communication
Timeline
Lead in Mechanical Maintenance
Kato Engineering Division of NIDEC
09.2020 - Current
Quality Control Inspector
Kato Engineering
08.2018 - 09.2020
Lead Wind/Hook up and Repair
Kato Engineering
05.2007 - 08.2018
Lead Wind/HookUP
Kato Engineering
04.1989 - 05.2008
Oven Room Baker
Kato Engineering
11.1984 - 04.1989
High School Diploma -
Mankato East High
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