Andrew Bolton
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Tool and Die Maintenance
North American Lighting
Muscle Shoals, Alabama
03.2021 - Current
- Executed preventative maintenance on injection molds, enhancing reliability by disassembling, cleaning, inspecting for defects, greasing parts, and reassembling.
- Work on hot runner systems such as taking complete system out of mold, replacing heaters, replacing thermocouples, replacing seals, and finding air leaks, making new valve pins within tolerance, etc.
- Repaired tool damage through welding, grinding, and hand shaping to restore functionality.
- Utilized lathe and mill to manufacture precision parts for molds, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Ensured proper maintenance of equipment and tools used in the production process.
Molding Technician
North American Lighting
Muscle Shoals, Alabama
02.2016 - 03.2021
- Programmed motoman, star, and niche robots as well as programmed injection molding machines for new tools.
- Operated molding machines, ensuring production of high-quality automotive lighting components.
- Monitored production processes, upholding safety and efficiency standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment, optimizing performance and reliability.
- Assisted in training new employees on machine operation and safety protocols.
Education
Career Certificate - Machine Shop
Northwest Shoals Community College
Muscle Shoals, AL 08.2014 - 05.2021
Skills
- Tool repair
- Tool calibration
- CNC machining
- Injection molding
- Equipment maintenance
- Hand and Power Tools Usage
Timeline
Tool and Die Maintenance
North American Lighting
03.2021 - Current
Molding Technician
North American Lighting
02.2016 - 03.2021
Career Certificate - Machine Shop
Northwest Shoals Community College
08.2014 - 05.2021