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Mackenzie Tolliver

@mackenzietolliver

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Dedicated process engineer with a proven track record in manufacturing.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for professional growth.

I am a Process Engineer with a strong dedication to optimizing automated battery module manufacturing lines. My experience at Tesla Motors has equipped me with a hands-on approach to process improvements, leadership, and teamwork. I have successfully managed high-volume production lines, implementing innovative inspection methods that have resulted in significant cost savings and improved system performance.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to lead teams and drive process enhancements. For instance, I developed a new preventive maintenance program that reduced defect occurrences and improved overall production efficiency. My commitment to safety and quality has been recognized with the Module Engineering Recognition Award, highlighting my contributions to the engineering organization.

In addition to my technical skills, I have a knack for data analysis and visualization, utilizing tools like MySQL and Tableau to create dashboards that inform production decisions. I am passionate about mentoring the next generation of engineers and fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritizes continuous improvement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Associate Process Engineer

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Tesla Motors Inc.

Jul 2021 - Present (4 years)

Responsible for five high-volume battery module component manufacturing lines, implementing new inspection methods that drove $1.7M/year in cost avoidance. Led the creation of a QR labeling and improved preventive maintenance program, reducing severe defect occurrences. Improved profilometry inspection for a 1% yield improvement, saving $360K annually.

Quality Control Preventive Maintenance Programs Data Analysis CAD MySQL Tableau Root Cause Analysis

Production Supervisor

Tesla Motors Inc.

Oct 2019 - Jul 2021 (1 year 9 months)

Supervised 62 direct reports for battery module rework processes, establishing on-floor KPIs and a feedback system to align performance goals. Supported Gigafactory 3 Shanghai ramp-up, successfully developing a duplicated production team that met targets. Collaborated with battery engineering to increase battery yield from 89% to 97% across all shifts within six months.

Team Management KPIs Process Improvement Yield Optimization Recruitment Mentoring

Production Lead

Tesla Motors Inc.

Feb 2017 - Oct 2019 (2 years 8 months)

Reduced equipment downtime by 5% through cross-functional collaboration with engineering and maintenance departments. Established and executed automated line launch KPIs. Played a key role in improving equipment reliability.

Maintenance Cross Functional Collaboration Process Improvement KPIs

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Tesla Gateway

Certificate, Robotics, PLC Controls, Process Engineering, Engineering Drafting

Participated in the Tesla Gateway program, gaining expertise in robotics, PLC controls, process engineering, and engineering drafting. This intensive program provided hands-on training in critical manufacturing technologies.