Jonathon Barr

Equipment Specialist at Panasonic Energy of North America

Coordinated with Engineers on accuracy and updating of machine drawings and schematics; performed ROI analyses on mechanical upgrades for winding machines; installed sensors and data acquisition attachments; worked with Critical Risk team on catastrophic failure investigations including reverse engineering, troubleshooting leading up to failure, and RCA reporting; analyzed ladder logic with Controls Engineers to identify root causes of errors and alarms; updated HMI code and deployed on the production floor; created and monitored PLC trackers for battery winders to support advanced troubleshooting and data collection; led a total conversion of a new high-capacity battery design across the factory winding department, adjusting parameters, controls, materials, winding speeds, and servo acceleration/deceleration; resolved production takt time issues related to Windows computer performance for the Winder light source INSP program.

Maintenance Technician 1,2, and 3 at Panasonic Energy of North America

Performed daily and preventive mechanical repairs on battery winding machines, including hot swaps and replacements; recovered winders to meet production timelines; serviced high-wear subassemblies (gearboxes, shearing blades, pneumatic cylinders, E-Stop rewiring, and related components); performed pin alignments on winders using jig or magnetic micrometers.

Lead Production Associate at Tesla Motors

Maintained communication with management regarding line upkeep; escalated maintenance issues; assisted training of associates on HMI and recovery procedures; provided technical feedback to Engineers to upgrade line features for safety and productivity; cross-trained associates across zones to improve collaboration and overall productivity; maintained production records.

Merchandising Manager at Costco Wholesale

Coordinated quantity, quality, sign maintenance, and pricing of merchandise on the sales floor; maintained communication with buyers and vendors; coached a team of 12 stockers and 8 forklift drivers; planned sales for holidays and seasonal promotions; managed shrink and damaged inventory; developed cleaning and maintenance programs; scheduled stockers across departments.

Front End Manager at Costco Wholesale

Oversaw operations with cash registers, money handling, and inventory; coordinated breaks; facilitated computer troubleshooting and upgrade installations; led employee development and safety training; coordinated with other departments for coverage and achieved weekly/monthly goals; managed payroll-related tasks.

Front End Supervisor at Costco Wholesale

Led front-end staff, conducted splinter meetings to boost productivity and morale, managed high-pressure periods with multiple registers; ensured smooth operations and coverage.

Night Merchant/Forklift Driver at Costco Wholesale

Conditioned sales floor; trained new employees on safety; unloaded freight; stored products; assisted members with questions and product location.