Michael Combs

  (313)895-6802

  combsm2011@comcast.net


  OBJECTIVE:To obtain a full-time position as a Visual & Weigh Inspector.


  QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Inspection Experience (Automatic Transmissions and Electric Battery Cells).
  • Ability to lift 30 to 40 lbs.
  • Able to use hand and power operated tools
  • Able to use computer based work tools and equipment screens.


  EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

  Production Associate
  IMA, Detroit, Mi
  02/07/2014 to Present

  Assembly of GM / Chrysler car seats.


  Terminal Operator
  Ajax Asphalt Co., Detroit, Mi
  05/2013 to 08/2013

  Loading of asphalt onto trucks.
  Maintenance of the asphalt facility.
  Loading raw materials into asphalt mill,per Hilo.




  Production Operator, 6/2012-10/2012
  A123 SYSTEMS, Livonia, MI

  The Production Operator operates, monitors and maintains manufacturing and assembly equipment
  and processes. Introduce raw materials into the production process via assembly and manufacturing
  equipment. Activities range from routine hand assembly to the control of robotic/CNC equipment.
  • Operate tools, equipment or testers to assemble, manufacture or test product.
  • Maintain equipment, performing preventative maintenance operations. Assist with equipment changeover.
  • Perform in process inspections, assists with appropriate adjustments as a result of process controls.
  • Perform material handling duties (restocking parts, removing pallets.)



  Main Assembly/ Transmission Technician, 04/2002 - 09/2011
  AW Transmission Engineering U.S.A,Inc., Plymouth, MI

  Main Assembly Technician, remanufacters Toyota transmissions on an assembly line. Perform in process
  inspections, assists with appropriate adjustments as a result of process controls. Ability to completely
  rebuild an transmission within time constrants.Use team skills and work in a team environment.
  • Work on foreign and domestic transmissions.
  • Use computer based work tools and equipment screens.
  • Use hand and power operated tools.
  • Proficiency in the use and comprehension of measuring devices, such as micrometers, vernier calipers
    and other quality inspection tools.



  Team Leader/Production Operator, 05/1985 - 03/2002
  Duggan Masking Devices., Detroit, MI

  Assign work to associates,participate in the work of the team, and process invoice orders to
  fulfill customer request.Responsible for quickly addressing performance related problems, Inform the
  supervisor of performance issues/problems,and Training of new associates. 
  • Press Operator manufacturing rubber parts.
  • Shipping/Recieveing of manufactured parts and keeping parts in stock.
  • Sandblast and paint production parts to be rubber coated.
  • Preformed daily maintenance on machinery.
  • Mixed and milled rubber chemicals for production.


  EDUCATION:

  Highschool Diploma - Commercial Art
  St. Hedwig Highschool, MI 1982/1985.


  CERTIFICATES / LICENSES:

  Computer Operation Specialist- SER Metro Learning Academy, MI

  Chauffeur License SOS, MI


  NOTES / OTHER INFORMATION:
  Completed ten courses at HFCC Trade/ Apprentice Program.
  • Computer Applications for Skilled Trades. Industrial Safety Awareness. Advanced Rigging.
  • Industrial Applications of Math Principles. Industrial Applications of Algebraic Principles.
  • Fundamentals of Plumbing. Drains,Wastes,and Vents. Basic Shape and Size Interpretation.
  • Materials Joining and Fabrication Fundamentals. Fluid Power Systems.