Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Detail-oriented Injection Molding Process Technician with 35 years of injection molding experience. Trained in robots and processing use with great track record of resourcefulness and reliability. Safety-conscious worker committed to efficiency and collaboration.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Injection Molding Process Technician
Mack Molding
Inman, SC
11.2022 - Current
Maintained high levels of quality standards by closely monitoring progress and effectively streamlining procedures.
Prepared required documents and reviewed for accuracy.
Analyzed all processes and identified all fundamental issues and assisted in appropriate resolutions.
Analyzed process data with various statistical tools.
Determined and fixed issues with equipment by using electrical troubleshooting methods.
Safeguarded areas from possible equipment fires and notified safety manager regarding job hazards.
Actively took part in training classes and workshops, met one-on-one with vendors and delivered employee training on process equipment.
Completed daily housekeeping tasks to keep operations compliant and ready for audits.
Senior Process Technician
Alltrista Plastics LLC
Greer, SC
04.2015 - 11.2022
Prepared required documents and reviewed for accuracy.
Analyzed all processes and identified all fundamental issues and assisted in appropriate resolutions.
Safeguarded areas from possible equipment fires and notified safety manager regarding job hazards.
Actively took part in training classes and workshops, met one-on-one with vendors and delivered employee training on process equipment.
Developed and provided support to fabrication processes and improved all existing processes.
Used equipment, techniques and tools for task completion.
Tested components, assemblies and systems to diagnose problems.
Applied engineering principles to develop and operate electrical, mechanical and data processing systems.
Produced and maintained accurate design documentation.
Supported activities to maintain equipment in reliable condition.
South Carolina Plastics
South Carolina Plastics
Fountain Inn, SC
04.2013 - 04.2015
Maintained high levels of quality standards by closely monitoring progress and effectively streamlining procedures.
Prepared required documents and reviewed for accuracy.
Analyzed all processes and identified all fundamental issues and assisted in appropriate resolutions.
Analyzed process data with various statistical tools.
Determined and fixed issues with equipment by using electrical troubleshooting methods.
Safeguarded areas from possible equipment fires and notified safety manager regarding job hazards.
Actively took part in training classes and workshops, met one-on-one with vendors and delivered employee training on process equipment.
Completed daily housekeeping tasks to keep operations compliant and ready for audits.
Inspected machines for quality verification and corrected issues.
Identified machine issues and performed maintenance to avoid shutdowns.
Identified machine issues and quickly resolved malfunctions to maintain production schedules.
Supported process designs, tooling changeovers and optimizations to maximize quality, compliance and production throughput.
Process Technician
Plastic Omnium Auto Exterior
Anderson, SC
08.2010 - 05.2013
Prepared required documents and reviewed for accuracy.
Analyzed all processes and identified all fundamental issues and assisted in appropriate resolutions.
Analyzed process data with various statistical tools.
Determined and fixed issues with equipment by using electrical troubleshooting methods.
Performed packing and labeling duties by safely operating all appropriate equipment.
Performed routine equipment maintenance on nights and weekends to prevent downtime.
Actively took part in training classes and workshops, met one-on-one with vendors and delivered employee training on process equipment.
Safeguarded areas from possible equipment fires and notified safety manager regarding job hazards.
Developed and provided support to fabrication processes and improved all existing processes.
Completed daily housekeeping tasks to keep operations compliant and ready for audits.
Process Technician
ITECH
Arden, NC
09.2007 - 08.2010
Analyzed all processes and identified all fundamental issues and assisted in appropriate resolutions.
Analyzed process data with various statistical tools.
Performed packing and labeling duties by safely operating all appropriate equipment.
Performed routine equipment maintenance on nights and weekends to prevent downtime.
Actively took part in training classes and workshops, met one-on-one with vendors and delivered employee training on process equipment.
Safeguarded areas from possible equipment fires and notified safety manager regarding job hazards.
Developed and provided support to fabrication processes and improved all existing processes.
Completed daily housekeeping tasks to keep operations compliant and ready for audits.
Initiated contact with [Type] department to roll out production schedule changes, promoting more efficient processing.
Process Technician
Borgwarner
Fletcher, NC
11.2002 - 09.2007
Analyzed all processes and identified all fundamental issues and assisted in appropriate resolutions.
Performed packing and labeling duties by safely operating all appropriate equipment.
Performed routine equipment maintenance on nights and weekends to prevent downtime.
Actively took part in training classes and workshops, met one-on-one with vendors and delivered employee training on process equipment.
Safeguarded areas from possible equipment fires and notified safety manager regarding job hazards.
Completed daily housekeeping tasks to keep operations compliant and ready for audits.
Process Technician
AB Plastics
Erwin, TN
12.2001 - 10.2002
Analyzed all processes and identified all fundamental issues and assisted in appropriate resolutions.
Analyzed process data with various statistical tools.
Performed routine equipment maintenance on nights and weekends to prevent downtime.
Actively took part in training classes and workshops, met one-on-one with vendors and delivered employee training on process equipment.
Completed daily housekeeping tasks to keep operations compliant and ready for audits.
General Laborer/Paint Technician,
Phillips Consumer Electronics
Arden, NC
07.1988 - 11.2001
When I started as a general laborer I prepared parts for spray painting. I then moved to paint tech where I repaired paint guns and paint pots. I mixed paints and relieved sprayers as needed. I eventually became a process technician, which included pulling and setting molds, trouble shooting problems, and ensuring good production. At the time of the plant closing I was a shift foreman.
Mixed paints to achieve precise colors and properties based on order documentation.
Verified paint color and properties and corrected issues to meet quality targets.
Set controls on paint application equipment based on verbal orders and direct production specifications.
Gave detailed day-by-day directions on production targets.
Continuously recommended operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times and reduce costs.
Supervised and led employees to maintain productivity and customer service levels.
Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion.
Upheld company standards and compliance requirements for operations.
Complied with company safety procedures, policies and regulations to promote safe working environment.
Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity.
Coached team members to increase productivity and reduce workplace accidents.
Managed daily workflow and scheduled staff for adequate coverage.
Education
PLC Programing -
Blue Ridge Community College
Flat Rock, NC
11.2022
MATH FOR MOLDERS / SYSTEMATIC - Information Technology
RJG
Burlington
02.2021
Plastics Training - Information Technology
Paulson Plastics Academy
Charlotte, NC
12.2011
High School Diploma -
Mountain Heritage High School
Burnsville, NC
06.1988
Robot Programing -
Blue Ridge Community College
Flat Rock, NC
Skills
Health and safety procedures
Inspection experience
Critical thinking
Planning & organizing
Training & development
Organizational skills
Analytical
Multitasking
Team building
Conflict resolution
Product sampling
Schematic reading
Communication
Team management
People skills
Active listening
Flexible schedule
PPE use
Basic math
Computer skills
Timeline
Injection Molding Process Technician
Mack Molding
11.2022 - Current
Senior Process Technician
Alltrista Plastics LLC
04.2015 - 11.2022
South Carolina Plastics
South Carolina Plastics
04.2013 - 04.2015
Process Technician
Plastic Omnium Auto Exterior
08.2010 - 05.2013
Process Technician
ITECH
09.2007 - 08.2010
Process Technician
Borgwarner
11.2002 - 09.2007
Process Technician
AB Plastics
12.2001 - 10.2002
General Laborer/Paint Technician,
Phillips Consumer Electronics
07.1988 - 11.2001
PLC Programing -
Blue Ridge Community College
MATH FOR MOLDERS / SYSTEMATIC - Information Technology