Timothy Gilstrap
Thermo Fisher
Leicester
27
years of professional experience
Experienced lead assembler with a strong record of training teams, maintaining GMP and SOP compliance, and delivering accurate, on-time production results through attention to detail, problem-solving, and calm coordination under pressure.
Work History
Lead Assembler
5 Years 2 Months- Led assembly workflows to maintain compliance with SOPs, GMP standards, and quality requirements.
- Trained assemblers on hand tools, torque tools, and standardized build procedures.
- Inspected components and finished products for accuracy, fit, and defect prevention.
- Coordinated daily production priorities to support on-time output and smooth material flow.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production schedules or priorities, ensuring minimal disruptions to workflow.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Connected cables, tubes, and wiring according to specifications.
- Conducted regular quality control checks, ensuring consistent product output that met or exceeded expectations.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Assembled production parts with a high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
- Participated in projects requiring assembly of large and small components.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
Field Technician
2 Years 10 Months- Installed and configured network cabling, routers, and access points for customer sites.
- Troubleshot connectivity issues using multimeters, cable testers, and diagnostic software.
- Performed site surveys to assess equipment placement, signal quality, and infrastructure needs.
- Documented service calls, repair actions, and equipment changes in maintenance systems.
- Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
- Minimized potential hazards through adherence to safety guidelines during all field assignments.
- Collaborated with other field technicians to resolve complex technical issues.
Correctional Officer
9 Years 9 Months- Supervised offender movement and maintained secure housing unit operations.
- Conducted routine security counts and verified offender accountability.
- Inspected cells, property, and common areas for contraband and safety hazards.
- Enforced institutional rules and corrected behavioral issues using approved procedures.
- Documented incidents, observations, and disciplinary actions in official reports.
- Responded to emergencies, disturbance situations, and safety threats with calm control.
- Coordinated offender transport, searches, and movement procedures with custody staff.
- Mentored junior officers on security protocols, situational awareness, and professional conduct.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Interior Communications Electrician
6 Years- Installed shipboard interior communications wiring, fixtures, and control equipment to support mission readiness.
- Troubleshot electrical faults using schematics, meters, and test equipment to restore reliable communication systems.
- Maintained sound-powered phone circuits, alarms, and signaling equipment in accordance with technical procedures.
- Repaired switchboards, panels, and cable terminations to ensure continuous interior communications performance.
- Inspected cable runs and connectors for damage, corrosion, and compliance with safety standards.
- Calibrated and tested communication components to verify proper operation before system release.
- Led junior technicians through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and system installation tasks.
- Coordinated maintenance actions with shipboard teams to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
- Expedited repairs by efficiently diagnosing malfunctions using test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Positive demeanor
Problem-solving
Time management
Teamwork and collaboration
Flexible and adaptable
Dependable and responsible
Assembly techniques
Process optimization
Reliability
Critical thinking
Customer service
Quality assurance
Timeline
Lead Assembler
Thermo Fisher
08.2021 - CurrentRead More
Field Technician
Infinity Network Solutions
10.2018 - 08.2021Read More
Correctional Officer
North Carolina Dept of Public Safety
01.2009 - 10.2018Read More
Interior Communications Electrician
US Navy
01.2000 - 01.2006Read More
Travelers Rest High School
High School Diploma
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