Brian Lapan
Hamden,CT
Summary
Highly motivated pilot with extensive machinery and mechanical experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Technician
ICU Medical
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted various tests to ensure the machines were performing within specifications
- Responsible for machine startups and shutdowns
- Worked with a small team of 2-4 to repair and maintain any occurring problems with machines performance accurately and efficiently
- Assembled and installed numerous machinery components
- Solved a variety of underlining mechanical issues such as Jams and breaks.
Press Operator
ProAmpac
Orlando, Fl
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Verify that paper and ink meet the specifications for a given job
- Start press and pull proofs to check for ink coverage, density, alignment, and registration
- Change press plates, cylinders, inks, and anything else required for the next job
- Preform basic troubleshoot and repairs to maintain machines performance
- Operated standup Forklifts and warehouse forklifts.
Extruder/Cable Assembly
Times Microwave Systems
Wallingford, Ct
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Responsible for set-up and operations of extruder machinery
- Performed quality control tasks, including caliper measurements, peel testing, etc
- Provided production report of the product produced as required
- Conducted various troubleshooting procedures
- Interpreted and followed cable assembly instructions, schematics, and manufacturing drawings
- Preformed detail-oriented wire configuration to match various blueprint schematics
- Operated and maintained various hand tools, crimp tools and assembly-line equipment.
Laser Technician
Medtronic
North Haven, Ct
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Trained in the usage and maintenance of a Class 4 laser
- Created 15,000 needles a day with a team of 4
- Well-informed on the use of SBC software
- Knowledgeable of engineering measurements
- Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment to solve any known issues
- Examined and tested parts to meet the required specs necessary.
Production Technician
Bio-Techne
Wallingford, Ct
08.2017 - 09.2019
- Trained in the use of computer software
- (Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.) Constructed 250 cartridges per day needed for disease testing with a team of 15
- Operated and maintained biotechnology equipment
- Utilized microscopes to guide bead movement
- Handled proteins that aid in the comprehension of diseases
- Inspected parts and machines to ensure best quality for use and operation.
Education
Aviation Maintenance Technology / FAA certification Program, AS -
Gateway Community College
Instrument Rated - Pilot And Flight Crew
ATP Flight Academy
Jacksonville Beach, FLSkills
- Excellent Communication skills
- 200 flight hours
- Modern aviation and aircraft technology
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
- Leadership and management abilities
- Checklists understanding
- Mechanical processes
- Resource management
Certification
Private pilot, airplane single engine land + instrument rated
Timeline
Machine Technician
ICU Medical
01.2022 - 06.2023
Press Operator
ProAmpac
03.2021 - 12.2021
Extruder/Cable Assembly
Times Microwave Systems
03.2020 - 03.2021
Laser Technician
Medtronic
09.2019 - 03.2020
Production Technician
Bio-Techne
08.2017 - 09.2019
Aviation Maintenance Technology / FAA certification Program, AS -
Gateway Community College
Instrument Rated - Pilot And Flight Crew
ATP Flight Academy