Bobby Hansel
Frankfort,KY
Summary
A highly versatile Injection molding technician with over 18 years of experience in the plastics injection molding industry. Extensive experience in hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical troubleshooting. Has experience with injection molding processing, mold setting and supervising. Knowledge with numerous brands of German and Japanese presses, robotics and assembly machines ranging from 30 ton to 2500 ton presses. Has a deep understanding in numerous types of plastic resins.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
NIFCO
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Monitored team budgets to keep projects on task and avoid waste.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
Process Technician
Maxey Industries
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Set up, Start-up and trouble shot the injection molding machine processes.
- I worked on injection molding machine equipment including auxiliary equipment.
- Set up and programmed robots for part extraction and secondary operations.
- Performed preventive maintenance injection molding tool function and appropriate
- Worked on PLC's - Program, Edit and Repair
- Assisted mold technicians with mold changes.
Business Leader / Process Engineer
GE
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Improve and direct Preventive Maintenance plan for assigned area.
- Root cause-based troubleshooting, schematic reading, PLC's and ladder logic programming, variable frequency drives, Ethernet communications, Vision Systems, and safety procedures such as Lock Out -Tag Out.
- Support all plant priorities in the areas of EHS, Schedule Attainment, Spoilage & Yield, Labor & Overtime, Productivity, Spare Parts cost controls, and Lean Manufacturing.
- Execute routine equipment purchases, including presenting justification for capital expenses or process improvements, design, and specification of equipment, and standardization of equipment within manufacturing methods and safety requirements.
- Provide training and aid in troubleshooting and downtime response in the specified area of expertise.
- Steer up-time and equipment reliability improvements through simplification activities.
Lead Process Technician
Montaplast
06.2010 - 06.2019
- Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime.
- Performed electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on equipment.
- Monitored all objectives and communicated with various teams regarding performance.
- Discussed product changeovers and equipment maintenance needs with packing technicians.
- Performed maintenance on machinery and escalated major malfunctions to supervisor for immediate assistance.
Production Supervisor / Mold Setter
Nifco
05.2007 - 05.2010
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed team production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
Injection Molding Technician
Itron
04.2004 - 04.2007
- Maintained safety while using ultrasonic welding tools, and forklifts
- Troubleshot issues with molds, belts, chains and equipment.
- Kept detailed records of inventories for equipment and molding supplies .
- Worked in team of technicians in quickly changing environment, adhering to all safety protocols and company processes.
Lead Process Technician
Montaplast
03.2000 - 03.2004
- Performed maintenance on machinery and escalated major malfunctions to supervisor for immediate assistance.
- Provided technical support to all projects and provided research for all developmental teams.
- Administered processes, resolved issues and recommended improvements for all structure methods.
- Performed routine maintenance and replaced worn parts.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime.
- Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin County
Frankfort, KY05.1994
Skills
- Pneumatic and Hydraulic experience (24 years )
- Basic Electrical Knowledge
- Process Sequencing
- Equipment Maintenance
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Technical Training
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Maintenance Requirements
Timeline
Production Manager
NIFCO
06.2022 - 12.2022
Process Technician
Maxey Industries
07.2020 - 05.2022
Business Leader / Process Engineer
GE
07.2019 - 07.2020
Lead Process Technician
Montaplast
06.2010 - 06.2019
Production Supervisor / Mold Setter
Nifco
05.2007 - 05.2010
Injection Molding Technician
Itron
04.2004 - 04.2007
Lead Process Technician
Montaplast
03.2000 - 03.2004
High School Diploma -
Franklin County
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