Fluence
Michael Richards is an experienced quality engineering technician currently employed at Tesla since June 2023, and has served as an engineering technician at Fluence Bioengineering since 2015. In this role, Michael has been responsible for designing and maintaining test equipment for luminaire fixtures, managing laboratory safety, and ensuring adherence to certification standards. Michael's previous experience includes a position as a production team lead at Fluence Bioengineering, overseeing LED lighting systems and supervising assembly line operations. Prior roles include grinding operator at Marik Spring Inc, where responsibilities involved machine maintenance and production management, and service technician at CVS Health, focusing on the repair and configuration of point-of-sale systems. Michael holds degrees in General Studies from Kent State University and Stark State College.