David Castelo
Salinas
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Tesla, driving production efficiency and quality through cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving. Successfully managed a team of 40+, achieving 80% quality and optimizing processes. Skilled in project management and adaptable to changing environments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Skilled in optimizing workflows, ensuring quality control, and maintaining safety standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for problem-solving, leadership, and ensuring production efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Production Associate
Tesla
01.2023 - Current
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging employees to share ideas, collaborate, enhancing production efficiency.
- Led a team of 40+ production associates in achieving daily output targets while maintaining high safety standards and achieving 80% quality, and 500+ vehicle rate
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Overseeing special project of new sub assembly at Final 3 with the goals of reducing build time and cutting cost
PILOT TEAM, SPECIAL PROJECT
TESLA
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including engineering, quality, production control, etc. In order to identify and solve production issues
- Launched refreshed Model Y at Fremont Tesla factory, trained production associated in GA to be able to safely assemble new refreshed model with high quality and rate
Production Associate
Tesla
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Maintained a flexible approach to work assignments, willingly cross-training in other areas to support changing production needs.
- Got to work with different departments including GA3, GA4, and EOL
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
Mechanical Technician
West Market Auto Body
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Ensured safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in cross-functional teams focused on process optimization.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alisal High School
Salinas, CA06-2020
Skills
- Adaptability and Continuous Learning
- Leadership and Team Management
- Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Project Management and Process Optimization
- Communication and Conflict Resolution
Timeline
PILOT TEAM, SPECIAL PROJECT
TESLA
08.2024 - 10.2024
Lead Production Associate
Tesla
01.2023 - Current
Production Associate
Tesla
03.2021 - 01.2023
Mechanical Technician
West Market Auto Body
01.2019 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Alisal High School
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