Richard Ermini

Mold Technician

• Interpreted blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings to design, fabricate, and repair molds, dies, and tooling for production.
• Operated precision machining equipment (CNC mills, lathes, grinders, EDM) to manufacture components to tight tolerances.
• Assembled, fit, and polished molds to ensure optimal function, accuracy, and surface finish.
• Performed troubleshooting, maintenance, and modifications on existing molds to improve quality and reduce downtime.
• Collaborated with engineers, machinists, and production teams to develop efficient mold designs and manufacturing processes.
• Maintained detailed documentation of mold specifications, repairs, and revisions for quality control compliance.
• Ensured adherence to safety, quality, and ISO standards throughout all phases of mold-making operations.

• In charge of running and operating all operations of CNC department
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece.
• Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning, and grinding.
• Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.
• Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers
• Ensure that safety procedures are followed while operating the CNC Machinery.
• Developed solutions to wide range of complex technical problems to meet organizational objectives and deadlines
• Use of Feature CAM computer software for programming CNC Machines.
• Troubleshot molding issues and identified root causes for defects in finished products.
• Monitored molding process parameters to ensure optimal performance of the machines.
• Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.

• Specialized in building and repairing plastic injection molds for housewares, medical, and automotive products.
• Calculated net income and adjusted strategies to increase income and bottom-line profits.
• Conducted regular performance reviews of staff members to ensure efficiency and productivity goals were met.
• Developed quotes for services rendered based on in-depth knowledge of labor and material expenses..
• Kept accurate records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
• Implemented quality control measures for precision tools and dies.
• Resolved issues quickly through problem solving and quick decision making
• Kept my employees on track and motivated while assigning and supervising their activities and giving constructive feedback.
• juggled tasks and projects to ensure high quality and timely delivery and efficiently accomplish service goals to my customers.
• Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
• Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
• Trained staff on safe operation of machinery and equipment.
• Collaborated with clients to customize tool designs per specifications.
• Established pricing models that balanced competitiveness with profitability goals.
• Managed daily operations of tool and die manufacturing facility.
• Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
• Oversaw production schedules to meet client demands efficiently.