Brent Bazewicz
Amery,WI
Summary
Multi-tasking Process Technician eager to secure a Lead Technical position where daily planning and execution for daily production tasks utilizing shift talents can be fully utilized and appreciated. Successful in managing day-to-day production line processes and troubleshooting injection molding processes and workcell automation systems.
Great communication skills with production manager, shift supervisors, production leads and production operators along with other key production individuals.
Experienced with managing technical teams and ensuring project milestones are met. Utilizes strong communication skills and detailed technical knowledge to resolve complex issues. Track record of enhancing team performance and maintaining high operational standards.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Supervisor
Scientific Molding Company LTD
01.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded the successful completion of various projects through effective leadership, resource management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Played a role in the successful completion of numerous high-priority projects, utilizing strong leadership skills to guide team members through complex challenges and deliver exceptional results.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication channels between team members and encouraging professional growth opportunities.
- Demonstrated problem-solving abilities by quickly identifying root causes of technical issues and implementing appropriate solutions to mitigate future occurrences.
- Allocated resources for optimum coverage and effectiveness.
- Formulated plans for improving procedures, training and processes.
- Increased customer satisfaction by promptly addressing technical issues and providing support to our technical teams.
- Enhanced team performance by providing comprehensive on the job training and mentoring and continuous support to technicians.
- Currently lead team of 5 technical personnel focused on production.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of validated processes
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, identifying areas for improvement and professional development opportunities.
- Monitored daily operations for efficiency and maintenance issues.
- Managed a team of technicians to ensure timely completion of projects and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed suggestions for technical process improvements to optimize resources.
Senior Process Technician
SMC Ltd.
12.2005 - Current
- Analyze all processes and identify any fundamental issues and assist in appropriate resolutions.
- Help developed and provided support to processes and help improve all existing processes.
- Determine and fix issues with equipment by using various troubleshooting methods.
- Initiate contact with production department to plan out production schedule changes, promoting more efficient processing and improvements.
- Analyze all process data with various statistical tools.
- Actively take part in training classes and workshops, meet one-on-one with process techs to help deliver employee training on process equipment.
- Adhered to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
- Prepared and assembled materials and set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
- Provided production changeover reports to shift supervisors and oncoming shift process techs.
- Review operations and confer with technical or administrative staff to resolve production and processing problems.
- Worked from layout and work order, created programs and set up machines to produce required parts to a validated process as required.
- Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices or products.
Shift Supervisor
Arrow Plastic Manufacturing
10.2003 - 12.2005
- Assisted upper management with daily operations to achieve service and quality standards.
- Applied lean manufacturing methodologies to identify inefficiencies in production processes.
- Evaluated and maintained equipment to support operational objectives.
- Adjusted scheduling based on operational records to optimize productivity.
- Coordinated shift-based inventory receiving, auditing, and restocking activities.
- Inspected work areas to identify concerns and implemented corrective actions.
- Resolved customer complaints while reporting issues to senior management.
- Delegated tasks and monitored employee performance to ensure productivity.
Set up Technician
Plastech Corporation
03.1997 - 07.2003
- Prepared injection molding machines and work cell equipment for production of plastic products.
- Measured and inspected finished products for defects, ensuring compliance with work instructions.
- Adjusted machine controls to optimize settings, minimizing errors in finished products.
- Oversaw machine operations to detect defects or malfunctions, implementing necessary adjustments.
- Recognized by management for exceptional work ethic and commitment to continuous training.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve objectives and resolve product-related issues.
- Prioritized tasks to efficiently meet service goals and improve overall productivity.
- Demonstrated leadership by enhancing work processes and facilitating training for team members.
Skills
- Quality control analysis
- Parts installation
- System inspections
- Systems analysis
- Equipment sterility
- Statistical trends
- Standard operation procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Production methods
- Materials knowledge
- Process, secondary workcell, injection molding machine troubleshooting
- Final product inspection
- Production processes observation
- Planning
- Blueprint reading
- Crane and forklift operating
- Hand tools
- Hydraulics
- Packing
- Power tools
- Communication
- Teamwork
Accomplishments
Leaders & the Law Jul 2022
Course ID
202253004
Instructors (1)
KG
Krauss, Gabriele
Description:
To better understand the legalities for formal leaders including:
- Practice 10 Essential Leader Responsibilities
- SMC’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
- Harassment, Discrimination and a Respectful Workplace
- Current Trends
- FLSA and State Wage & Hour Requirements (if applicable)
- Common Leaves
- CA Regulations (CA only)
- Importance of Documentation
Communication Skills Training Dec 2021
Course ID
202152993
Instructors (1)
KG
Krauss, Gabriele
Description:
3-day ILT session on Communication Skills
Course Schedule:
Day 1:
- Preface
- Disc Communication Profile
- Communication Cycle
- Nonverbal Communication
Day 2:
- Active Listening
- Effective Confrontation
Day3:
- Effective Confrontation (Continued)
- Team Collaboration
- The Next Chapter
Feedback and Recognition May 2022
Course ID
202253014
Instructors (1)
KG
Krauss, Gabriele
Description:
Learning Objectives:
•Understand the importance of providing effective feedback
•Apply the right ingredients to a well-crafted performance evaluation
•Appreciate and better accept personal feedback
•Understand the importance of recognition and motivation
•Appreciate the role of feedback as it pertains to treating people respectfully
•Apply active listening skills during the feedback process
Timeline
Technical Supervisor
Scientific Molding Company LTD
01.2022 - Current
Senior Process Technician
SMC Ltd.
12.2005 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Arrow Plastic Manufacturing
10.2003 - 12.2005
Set up Technician
Plastech Corporation
03.1997 - 07.2003
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