Amie Kern

Experience

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  Sony Electronics

  Aug 1999 - Oct 2004

  - Responded quickly to downtime issues on production lines for direct view televisions.- Hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and logic systems.- Built, maintained and repaired computers, cabling and fixtures responsible for programming televisions.- Analyzed television errors to determine and implement software adjustments.- Reported shift issues to incoming techs and line coordinators. - Assembled direct view televisions on manual assembly line.- Followed structured work methods tailored for each type of television.- Adjusted TV settings for optimal quality and presentation.- Maintained a clean and safe work space.- Attended all required team skills training.

  • Production Engineering Technician

    May 2001 - Oct 2004

  • Manufacturing Assembler

    Aug 1999 - May 2001
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  Argon ST

  Oct 2004 - Jun 2008

  - Managed production, inventory and logistics timelines for multiple defense contracts via CostPoint.- Analyzed production requirements relating to materials availability, delivery and deadlines.- Requested orders for all materials according to on-time delivery.- Tracked parts from purchase order to release to production per schedule and availability.- Created manufacturing work orders according to engineering bills of materials.- Confirmed shipment of final product upon successful testing.- Recorded all material requirements, orders, and production completion for management review. Show less

  • Production Planner

    Oct 2006 - Jun 2008

  • Electronic Assembler

    Oct 2004 - Oct 2006
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  Advanced Acoustic Concepts

  Jul 2008 - Nov 2015

  Senior Production Technician III / Master Trainer

  Production Capabilities- Supervise production team of 6 direct reports and organize assembly-line tasks. Provide reviews and feedback on employee progress via Teamtrack software.- Evaluate labor and tooling needs for the production team of 30+ employees each contract year.- Apply 10+ years of wiring assembly/installation, electronics soldering, assembly and troubleshooting. All completed per IPC Class 3 guidelines.- Plan and administer IPC training modules according to budget and schedule.- Address quality concerns related to IPC & Mil Spec standards with internal and customer QA.- Interpret assembly drawings to build sonar equipment per military specifications and ship integration deadlines.- Evaluate assembly fit/function and suggest changes within the assembly parameters.- Operate hands tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, handling aids, test fixtures, oscilloscopes, ohm meters, continuity meters, soldering irons, and calipers as necessary.- Order tooling according to needs of job, assemblers and budget.- Address customer concerns directly via demonstration, communication and implementation.- Ensure quality control through consistent and repeatable process flow required per ISO 9000.- Uphold expectations of security, safety, and integrity in every work day.- Monitor/track expiration and disposal of consumable inventory per MSD guidelines.Procurement/New Business Capabilities- Actively participate in project and proposal efforts for new business development. - Efficiently utilize CostPoint (MRP) in all aspects of purchasing, production and inventory.- Research and determine supplier capabilities, qualifications and costs per CPSR.- Request quotes, analyze competitor pricing/lead time and submit requisitions.- Record all quotes within a shared Excel workbook.- Interact with suppliers to address design details, delivery schedules and arrange shipments.- Communicate with various levels of operations about shortages, lead times, and deadlines. Show less

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  Mobile Concepts Specialty Vehicles

  Nov 2015 - Jan 2016

  Manufacturing Coordinator

  Manage factory personnel time and attendance, work assignments, and human resources. Collaborate with operations manager, design, sales and purchasing on all aspects of product development. Track production progress based on delivery and purchasing schedules. Inspect finished products to ensure quality meets an established company standard, as well as, customer requirements.

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  Ice Qube, Inc.

  Aug 2016 - May 2017

  Scheduler/Production Coordinator

  Scheduler- Determine ship dates for customer orders by evaluating customer requirements, delivery requests, raw goods and labor capabilities.- Utilize ERP system (TCM) for customer service and shop order transactions.- Maintain a production schedule and order status in Excel spreadsheet- Process 30+ orders per day- Determine pick order based on in-time delivery and labor hours- Transfer manufacturing orders to warehouse picker- Maintain consistent communication with every level of the business from the sales team to the shipping dept. via phone, email and face-to-face interactionsProduction Coordinator- Organize and facilitate shop labor, hourly- Assign assemblers to specific jobs based on training and skills-set- Track & resolve downtime issues- Assist with assembly, packing or inventory when staff is absent or when schedules were demanding- Initiate purchase of floor stock as needed- Suggest/request production tooling- Report on production progress to Operations Mgr or VP upon request Show less

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  Amercian Manufacturing and Integration LLC

  Jun 2017 - Sept 2017

  Assembler

  Build and inspect cable and electronic assemblies following customer drawings and specifications. Utilize wiring and soldering skills.

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  Watt Fuel Cell Corp.

  Sept 2017 - now

  - Oversee the assembly of electro-mechanical and chemical fuel cell module construction- Organize and monitor the tasks of all team members- Communicate effectively with various levels of production, management and engineering to address assembly concerns, including but not limited to process, materials, tools and capability- Train individuals on all current procedures, as well as, on-going changes- Set and expect a standard level of quality to ensure product consistency- Explore and implement new methods to ensure quality and increase through-put- Track production progress daily and report on progress as requested- Manage material consumption and procurement- Request quotes and submit POs for parts, supplies and tools- Maintain a clean, organized workplace following safety and quality protocol- Create and maintain SOPs for assembly- Assemble and inspect all steps in the process as needed to maintain workflow- Complete resistance and continuity tests using an ohmmeter- Report on all non-conforming aspects of the product throughout the process- Assist other departments of fuel cell production such as cell inspection, circuit board and harness assembly, and system test Show less

  • Associate Engineer

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Lead Production Technician

    Sept 2017 - now