Hope Gregory
Scottsville,US
Summary
Detail-oriented production technician known for operating diverse manufacturing equipment including injection molding machines,, high-speed dispersers filling machines, and an embossing printing press, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Successfully maintained accurate production logs and performed routine equipment inspections, minimizing operational disruptions. Strong collaborative skills enabled timely completion of production orders while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Passionate about delivering exceptional results through meticulous monitoring and proactive maintenance in a fast-paced environment. Skilled technician with extensive experience in setup and calibration of injection molding machines, enhancing product quality and operational efficiency. Proven ability to troubleshoot equipment issues, reducing downtime by implementing effective maintenance and process improvements. Excellent communication and teamwork skills facilitate collaboration with engineering and production teams to ensure timely completion of objectives. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and quality compliance, delivering unique value in any production environment. Dedicated production technician with a solid foundation in both equipment operation and quality control, consistently ensuring adherence to manufacturing standards. Experienced in loading, unloading, and managing hazardous materials safely, significantly contributing to workplace safety. Adept at problem-solving and communication, facilitating seamless collaboration with engineering and production teams to enhance operational efficiency. Driven to achieve excellence and meet production goals while delivering unique value to the organization
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Embossing Operator
Rkw North America
11.2025 - Current
- Mount and secure embossing cylinders
- Feed rolls of plastic film accurately through the tension rollers, printing decks, and embossing units
- Adjust heat, nip pressure, and speed settings to match specific plastic film thicknesses and job order requirements
- Start the press and continuously monitor the synchronization between the inline printing and the embossing impression
- Watch for film wrinkling, stretching, tearing, or improper depth of the embossed design
- Pull periodic film samples from the line to check depth consistency, visual registration, and print clarity
- Fine-tune machine pressure, web tension, or temperature mid-run to fix defects
- Clean rollers, clear debris, lubricate parts, and report mechanical errors
- Document production numbers, scrap weights, and quality metrics accurately on reports
- Use manual lifts and forklifts to move finished rolls
Production technician
Sherwin Williams
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Operate paint making control systems and manufacturing equipment such as High-speed dispersers (HSDs), pumps, valves, robotics, filling machines, case packers, labelers, and forklifts, etc. in an efficient and safe manner
- Load and unload trucks with raw materials and finished goods
- Perform assigned manufacturing tasks
- Monitor raw materials and finished goods for quality
- Comply with policies and standard operating procedures
- Keep equipment logs, perform minor repairs, and report breakdowns in a timely manner
- Maintain production records and reporting as required
- Operated and maintained mixing and blending equipment to produce a consistent paint formulation
- Collaborate with other departments to complete production orders on time
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards during the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials
- Maintained accurate records of hazardous materials inventory, ensuring proper labeling and documentation
- Responded to emergency situations involving hazardous materials, effectively coordinating containment and cleanup efforts
- Provided guidance and support to staff in the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling hazardous substances
- Monitor and replenish inventory of parts
- Keep tools, equipment, and work environment clean and organized daily
- Actively participated in weekly safety meetings to discuss potential hazards and promote a culture of safety
- Operated and monitored filling line machinery to ensure efficient production processes
- Maintained quality control by regularly inspecting filled products for adherence to standards
- Conducted routine maintenance and cleaning of machinery to ensure operational reliability
- Managed daily operations of solvent transfer processes to ensure efficient and safe handling of materials
- Diagnosed and resolved equipment malfunctions swiftly to maintain production schedules
Injection molding setup technician
Sumitomo electric wiring systems
08.2017 - 11.2022
- Set up and calibrated injection molding machines to ensure optimal performance and product quality
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment to minimize downtime and improve production efficiency
- Collaborated with engineering and production teams to develop and implement process improvements that reduced cycle times
- Monitored and adjusted machine parameters during production runs to maintain quality standards and consistency
- Maintained accurate production logs and documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Utilized industry-standard tools such as OSHA guidelines and risk assessment software to conduct thorough evaluations
- Prepared detailed reports on audit findings, outlining recommendations for corrective actions and improvements
- Worked closely with quality control teams to conduct inspections and ensure products met specifications
- Established effective communication channels between shifts to ensure continuity and efficiency in production operations
- Analyzed and interpreted data from robotic sensors to identify calibration needs and adjustments
- Executed precise calibration procedures for robotic systems to enhance performance accuracy
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections on robotic systems to ensure optimal performance and productivity
- Conducted thorough assessments of raw materials to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications
- Developed and maintained operating procedures to enhance organizational performance
- Executed precise head changeover processes on robotic systems to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime
- Coordinated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to robotic head configurations
- Utilized specialized software to monitor robotic performance metrics before and after head changes, ensuring adherence to quality standards
- Conducted regular inspections of robotic heads to identify wear and tear, proactively scheduling maintenance to prevent operational disruptions
- Ensured proper inventory management of replacement heads and components to support timely changeover operations
- Operated overhead crane systems to ensure safe and efficient material handling in accordance with safety protocols
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on crane equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety regulations
- Maintained accurate records of crane usage and maintenance activities to comply with regulatory requirements
- Ensured compliance with all safety standards and regulations during crane operations to minimize risk and enhance safety culture
Education
High School Diploma -
Allen county Scottsville high school
Scottsville, United States05.2017
Skills
- Robotics Operation - Expert
- Troubleshooting Skills - Expert
- Inventory Management - Expert
- Production Equipment Operation - Expert
- Forklift Operation - Expert
- Pneumatic and hydraulic machine operation - Expert
- Quality control - Expert
- Teamwork - Expert
- Communication - Expert
- Production monitoring - Expert
- Crane operation - Expert
- Safety Compliance - Expert
- Production Documentation - Expert
- Risk Assessment - Expert
- Problem-Solving - Expert
- Equipment Logs - Expert
- Machine Setup - Expert
- Hazardous Materials Handling - Expert
- Robotics Calibration - Expert
- Quality Control Monitoring - Expert
- Manufacturing Equipment Operation - Expert
Certification
Standup and sit down forklift certified - Sherwin Williams
Standup, sit down, and clamp truck certified- Rkw
Timeline
Embossing Operator
Rkw North America
11.2025 - Current
Production technician
Sherwin Williams
09.2024 - 07.2025
Injection molding setup technician
Sumitomo electric wiring systems
08.2017 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Allen county Scottsville high school