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Praphon Thao

Concord

Summary

Dedicated and dependable team member at Tesla with a strong interest in the advancement of autonomous transportation and AI-driven mobility. Known for maintaining high standards of safety, accountability, and operational awareness in fast-paced environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Associate

Tesla
Fremont
07.2021 - Current
  • Operated assembly line machinery to produce electric vehicle components.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to specifications.
  • Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives that streamlined operations.
  • Organized workstations to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during the production process.
  • Trained new employees on machinery operation, safety protocols, and quality control standards.

Welder

Bay Ship & Yacht Co.
Alameda
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Welded components in all positions using Mig, Tig, and Flux Core equipment to ensure structural integrity and compliance with specifications.
  • Fabricated parts and components to exact tolerances.
  • Inspected welded joints and conducted tests to ensure adherence to company standards and national code requirements.
  • Interpreted blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Organized and maintained clean work sites to enhance safety and streamline workflow.
  • Participated in safety meetings to promote workplace safety awareness.

Car Detailer

Self-employeed
Oakland
07.2016 - 03.2020
  • Cleaned and polished vehicles using professional-grade detailing products.
  • Cleaned and polished vehicles using wax, polishes, detergents, brushes, water hoses, vacuums and other specialized equipment.
  • Served clients with on-site detailing services at businesses and homes.
  • Scheduled detailing appointments and efficiently managed time to ensure timely service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Provided customers with information about their vehicle's condition prior to detailing work being completed.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology

Chabot College
Hayward, CA
06-2020

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology

Laney College
Oakland, CA
08-2019

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Patten College
Oakland, CA
07-2014

Skills

  • Safety compliance
  • Machine operation
  • Quality control
  • Process improvement
  • Workflow efficiency
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Production Associate

Tesla
07.2021 - Current

Welder

Bay Ship & Yacht Co.
05.2019 - 03.2020

Car Detailer

Self-employeed
07.2016 - 03.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology

Chabot College

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology

Laney College

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Patten College
Praphon Thao