Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
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Ben Williamson

Warwick,WA

Summary

Dedicated and versatile turbo production professional with 7 years of hands-on experience in a high-precision manufacturing environment. Skilled in turbo balancing, advanced manual machining, quality control, team leadership, and diagnostics. Known for a sharp eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a deep commitment to process improvement. Experienced in managing teams, training technicians, and consistently delivering high-quality work under pressure. Adaptable, friendly, driven, and always looking to raise the standard.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Specialist

Gturbo Diesel Performance
01.2024 - Current
  • Currently responsible for upholding the company's high quality standards by thoroughly inspecting turbo components.
  • Diagnosing failed turbo chargers to determine root cause of failure.
  • Use of precision tools like micrometers, Verniers, bore gauges, and depth gauges to check tolerances within microns.
  • Writing up in-depth step by step production processes for building turbo chargers.
  • Developed standardised QC procedures and trained junior staff.
  • Investigated and resolved quality concerns, boosting consistency and reliability.
  • Tasked with giving the go ahead on CNC production runs after rigorous quality checks.

Skills Gained: Quality assurance, root cause analysis, precision inspection, process standardisation.

Production Manager

Gturbo Diesel Performance
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Managed day-to-day operations in the production department, leading a team and ensuring everything ran smoothly and efficiently.
  • Built and maintained production schedules, increasing throughput and reducing bottlenecks.
  • Trained staff in machining, balancing, turbo assembly and QC techniques.
  • Reviewed production data and processes, making key improvements across the board.
  • Focused on leading by example and earning respect through action.

Skills Gained: Strategic planning, leadership, team coordination, efficiency improvements.

Lead Turbo Technician

Gturbo Diesel Performance
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Acted as the go-to technical expert for turbo assembly and repair, handling complex mechanical challenges.
  • Conducted high-precision machining and dynamic balancing of turbo components.
  • Operated manual lathes, mills, and CNC equipment to fabricate and modify parts.
  • Diagnosed technical issues and mentored newer team members.

Skills Gained: Advanced machining, technical troubleshooting, mentoring, operational efficiency.

Turbo Balancing Manager

Gturbo Diesel Performance
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Oversaw the full turbo balancing process, ensuring peak performance and reliability in high-speed components.
  • Operated specialized balancing machines to meet tight dynamic tolerances.
  • Performed precision adjustments and measurements to OEM specifications.
  • Improved workflows and reduced turnaround times without compromising quality.

Skills Gained: Precision balancing, workflow optimization, attention to detail, documentation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carine Seninor High School
Perth, WA
2017

Skills

  • Technical Expertise
  • High-precision machining, manual lathing, CNC operations, grinding, drilling, tapping, and turbo assembly
  • Proficient in dynamic balancing, fault diagnosis, and turbo failure analysis
  • Skilled with high-precision measuring tools (micrometers, Verniers, depth gauges, bore gauges)
  • Tools & Equipment
  • Experienced with manual lathes, mills, CNC systems, balancing machines, and all standard workshop tools
  • Leadership & Training
  • Led production teams, trained new staff, and improved technical capability across departments
  • Problem Solving & QA
  • Strong analytical mindset, excellent at troubleshooting and refining processes

Accomplishments

    Completed 2023 Rottnest Channel Swim

Additional Information

Signed to two record labels - a london based label and sydney based laleb. Featured on Triple J

Availability

Availability: Currently on a 4-day work week (Monday-Thursday), flexible for priority production needs

Timeline

Quality Control Specialist

Gturbo Diesel Performance
01.2024 - Current

Production Manager

Gturbo Diesel Performance
01.2023 - 01.2024

Lead Turbo Technician

Gturbo Diesel Performance
01.2021 - 01.2023

Turbo Balancing Manager

Gturbo Diesel Performance
01.2018 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

Carine Seninor High School
Ben Williamson