Blake Johnson
Marion
Summary
Experienced with injection molding operations, ensuring seamless production workflows. Utilizes technical skills to troubleshoot and maintain equipment for optimal performance. Track record of implementing process improvements to enhance product quality and efficiency.
Highly attentive to detail and dedicated to following all company operating procedures to maximize performance and safety. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Injection Molding Technician
BeyondGREEN Biotech, Inc.
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Operated and maintained injection molding machines to ensure optimal performance and product quality.
- Diagnosed and resolved equipment malfunctions, reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on machine setup, troubleshooting, and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced production speed while maintaining high quality standards.
- Monitored material usage and inventory levels to support efficient production scheduling.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop new mold designs for improved product functionality.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on machinery to prevent breakdowns and extend equipment lifespan.
- Achieved consistent results in maintaining material inventory, ensuring uninterrupted production flow.
- Troubleshot complex molding issues under tight deadlines, averting potential production delays and maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Promoted waste reduction by identifying opportunities for recycling or reusing excess materials from the injection molding process.
- Optimized cycle times to improve overall production output while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Enhanced product quality by closely monitoring process parameters and making necessary adjustments.
- Increased team productivity by providing training and guidance to junior technicians on injection molding techniques.
- Observed continuous operation of automatic machines to guarantee products met specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary.
Fabricator
Matco Tools
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Participated in projects requiring assembly of large and small components.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Set up and operated hydraulic press brakes.
- Input instructions for machine operations based on specifics of work orders.
- Collaborated with other departments to meet customer requirements.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Monitored and maintained "Electroweld" rocker arm spot welders to promote efficiency, safety and quality in all areas of production.
- Loaded or fed workpieces into welding machines to join or bond components.
- Verified quality of finished products against company standards, determined grades and identified defective items.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
Edge Banding
Artone LLC
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Used precision measuring tools, micrometers and calipers to meet required product specifications.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
Production Assistant
Whirley-DrinkWorks
05.2010 - 03.2020
- Operated plastic molding machines according to manufacturer instructions to produce cups, handles, lids, inserts and bottle materials.
- Examined final products for conformance with quality standards.
- Assessed current inventories of materials and brought in supplies to keep stock within optimal levels for expected demands.
- Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic counts to verify outgoing orders.
- Managed areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and 5S (Sort, Set In Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
- Operated hand trucks, forklifts(Electric) and walk-rides.
- Set up and tended equipment with machine operators to complete runs.
- Talked with other crew members via walkie talkies.
- Pitched in to help crews with building work areas and identified problems that could have resulted in possible safety issues.
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Coordinated production requirements with material handling staff.
- Identified and set aside equipment in need of maintenance or repair.
- Weighed and mixed ingredients according to project specifications.
- Collaborated effectively on team of 15-30 workers in fast-paced and quickly changing environment.
- Maintained inventory records in IQMS for equipment and molding supplies by closely observing and updating usage protocols.
- Troubleshooting and repairing issues with molds, pipes, belts, grinders and conveyor equipment.
- Adjusted daily work procedures to meet schedules and maintain product quality standards.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance and upkeep of production equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime.
- Read specifications for each assignment to properly setup machines, determine appropriate times and prepare correct temperature settings.
- Observed meters and gauges to verify and record temperatures, pressures and press-cycle times.
- Checked casting equipment at beginning of shift to verify proper machine functionality and resolve identified malfunctions.
- Identified and documented complex repair issues with molding equipment and reported needs to supervisor for timely resolution.
- Turned valves and dials of machines to regulate pressure, temperature and speed and feed rates.
- Maintain a friendly "ONE TEAM" attitude with co-workers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jamestown High School
Jamestown, NY06.2009
Skills
- Production understanding
- Team building
- Materials handling
- Product storage
- Inspection experience
- Critical thinking
- Work ethic
- Plastics Manufacturing
- Operational Efficiency
- Production Support
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Preventive Maintenance
- Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
- Safe Work Practices
- Cycle time reduction
- Process validation
- Injection molding process
- Machine troubleshooting
- Equipment inspection
- Downtime management
- Machine operation
- Material handling
- Material packaging
- Equipment cleaning
- Quality inspection
- Defect identification
- Production monitoring
- Inventory management
Accomplishments
Completed Injection Molding Trouble Shooting 1 & 2 16 week course on 3/26/2015. Achieved 5S certification through effectively helping with implementing 5S through our factory at Whirley DrinkWorks.
Certification
- Pennsylvania State Behrend Injection Molding Principles - 01/06/2016
- Pennsylvania State Behrend injection Molding Trouble Shooting - 01/15/2016
Education
other
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Injection Molding Technician
BeyondGREEN Biotech, Inc.
08.2023 - 07.2025
Fabricator
Matco Tools
03.2022 - 03.2023
Edge Banding
Artone LLC
10.2021 - 02.2022
Production Assistant
Whirley-DrinkWorks
05.2010 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Jamestown High School
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