Gerald Welk
Oshkosh,WI
Summary
Seasoned, innovative Laboratory Technician with a broad experience of plastic and metal part design and failure analysis withe the experience of all laboratory functions including budgeting, chemical management, and most importantly safety.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials Laboratory Specialist
Mercury Marine
04.1988 - 07.2023
- Provided technical guidance and training to laboratory staff.
- Investigated and resolved issues related to laboratory processes and procedures.
- Performed maintenance on equipment to maintain optimum function.
- Research, evaluate and set-up new equipment
- Perform plastic and metallic failure analysis with supporting reports.
- Provide material selection and part design of plastic and metallic components.
- Scheduled outside services for equipment calibration and maintenance.
- Set-up and operate plastic injection molding press.
- Designed and produce production and prototype plastic and elastomer injection molds.
- Managed a $90,000.00 budget for the purchase of laboratory consumables, repair parts and equipment calibration.
- Programmed and operated vertical machining centers, manual milling machines, lathes, grinders and EDM machine.
Working Foreman
Casey Manufacturing
06.1982 - 08.1987
- Reviewed daily work assignments and delegated tasks to employees to supervise completion.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Programmed and set-up CNC mills to produce quality parts.
- Designed jigs and fixtures for part production.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Machine Tool Operation
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI06.1986
Skills
Time management
Safety
Prioritization
Multitasking
Working with others
Completion of work
Inovation
Timeline
Materials Laboratory Specialist
Mercury Marine
04.1988 - 07.2023
Working Foreman
Casey Manufacturing
06.1982 - 08.1987
Associate of Applied Science - Machine Tool Operation
Fox Valley Technical College
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