Jonathan Cardona
About Jonathan Cardona
Jonathan Cardona is a Field Service Technician and Onsite Production Manager at Kindred, part of Ocado Group, with a background in aeronautics and applied physics. He has diverse experience in education, technical roles, and customer service, contributing to various projects and providing technical support across multiple sites.
Work at Ocado Intelligent Automation
Jonathan Cardona currently serves as an Onsite Production Manager at Kindred, part of the Ocado Group, since 2021. In this role, he oversees operations in Fishkill, New York. He transitioned to a Field Service Technician position in 2022, where he travels to various sites to provide technical coverage as needed. His responsibilities include performing Fanuc controller backups and managing the replacement and provisioning of machine computer hard drives. Jonathan participates in new company projects when available, contributing to the operational efficiency of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Jonathan Cardona completed his high school education at Aviation Career and Technical Education High School, where he earned a High School Diploma and an Airframe & Powerplant License from 2008 to 2013. He furthered his education at SUNY Geneseo, obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Applied Physics with a minor in Mathematics from 2013 to 2018. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in technical and analytical skills relevant to his current roles in the field of automation and engineering.
Background
Before joining Kindred, Jonathan gained diverse experience through various roles. He worked as a Summer Camp Counselor Assistant at P.S./I.S. 128 Lorraine Tuzzo School in 2015 and 2018, and he served as a Boxing Mentor and Instructor Assistant at the International Boxing and Fitness Club in 2017. Additionally, he worked as a Substitute Teacher for the NYC Department of Education in 2021. His early career included an internship as an A&P Mechanic at Mach II Maintenance Corp at JFK International Airport in 2013, where he developed hands-on technical skills.
Professional Experience
Jonathan has accumulated a range of professional experiences that enhance his technical capabilities. He worked as a self-employed Math Tutor from 2018 to 2020, providing personalized instruction to students in Ridgewood, NY. His involvement in summer youth employment programs from 2008 to 2018 allowed him to develop leadership and mentoring skills while assisting in various educational and recreational settings. These experiences contribute to his well-rounded skill set in both technical and interpersonal domains.