Jarrod Anderson
Findlay,OH
Summary
Adaptable Process Technician with a 10+ years background in managing various plastic processes, including Injection and Blow Molding processes. Capable of working on lengthy and complex problems and quickly recognizing defects. Strong project management and leadership skills and the ability to work independently under minimal work direction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Injection Molding Process Technician/Supervisor of Operations
FMT
Findlay, OH
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked in team of technicians in quickly changing environment, adhering to all safety protocols and company processes.
- Kept detailed records of inventories for equipment and molding supplies using IQMS.
- Troubleshot issues with molds, and assembly equipment (Drill Stations and Laser Engravers)
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance on production equipment to help maintain durability and functionality of each machine.
- Observed continuous operation of automatic machines to guarantee products met specifications, making adjustments as necessary.
- Reviewed job specifications prior to setting up casting machines to determine appropriate time and temperature settings.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Plastics Process Technician
Design Molded Plastics
Macedonia, OH
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Used blueprints and specifications to determine how to set up equipment for specific production runs.
- Inspected finished parts to verify compliance with specifications outlined in blueprints.
- Performed routine maintenance on production machinery to proper functionality when cutting parts.
- Make adjustments to process to fix common and complex defects
- Work with a large assortment of different material types and understand the correct operating temps for each
- Handled repair of machines and replaced malfunctioning parts to keep equipment running to meet ongoing production demands.
- Kept detailed records of inventories for equipment and molding supplies using IQMS
- Setup and Load Process for various sizes of Haitan, Battenfeld, and Toshiba Injection Molding Machines
- Setup and repair of various robot removal tooling for Wittmann and Battenfeld robots
- Adjust hole sizes and placement for Motoman assembly equipment
Plastics Process Technician
Little Tikes
Hudson, OH
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Performed routine maintenance on production machinery to proper functionality when cutting parts.
- Handled repair of machines and replaced malfunctioning parts to keep equipment running to meet ongoing production demands.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Completed pre- and post-trip inspections of stand up and sit down Tow Motors to evaluate functionality determine repair needs.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Plastics Process Technician
J&O Plastics
Rittman, OH
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Reviewed job specifications prior to setting up injection machines to determine appropriate time and temperature settings.
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance on production equipment to help maintain durability and functionality of each machine.
- Selected and installed blades, tools or other attachments for each operation.
- Sharpened cutting tools and drill bits using bench grinders.
- Inspected finished parts to verify compliance with specifications outlined in blueprints.
- Monitored JSW Injection Molding machine and made necessary speed and tool positioning changes to produce parts within tolerances.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Plastics Process Technician
Keter
Anderson, IN
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance on production equipment to help maintain durability and functionality of each machine
- Maintained high level of adaptability by adjusting work procedures to meet specific demands of each production run
- Reviewed job specifications prior to setting up material types to determine appropriate time and temperature settings
- Contacted supervisor with detailed reports on equipment requiring advanced repairs to obtain quick resolutions and return machinery back to optimal performance levels
- Set and monitored product standards, examining samples of raw products and processing tests, to ensure quality of all finished products
- Set up and verified functionality of safety equipment
- Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance
- Monitored machine operation and diagnosed malfunctions
Plastics Process Technician
Z F Chassis
Newton , NC
10.2014 - 07.2018
- Provided technical support to all projects and provided research for all developmental teams
- Set and monitored product standards, examining samples of raw products and processing tests, to ensure the quality of all finished products
- Maintained necessary level of communications between shifts
- Coordinated procedures for facility and equipment maintenance or modification, including the replacement of machines
- Monitored machine operation and diagnosed malfunctions
- Performed preventative maintenance to maintain optimal productivity
- Responsible for the selection and maintenance of equipment
- Tested products or sub-assemblies for functionality or quality
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality
- Assisted machine operators with finished pieces
- Supervised and motivated staff and management
- Calibrated machines to keep them running at peak performance
- Identified root causes of defects and recommended processing adjustments to eliminate them
- Developed and maintained dimensional part specs
- Trained associates in machine functioning, processing and tooling
- Set up machines for daily operations
- Built and maintained set-up sheets to produce injection molded parts
- Documented tooling damage and maintenance and processing issues
Plastics Process Technician
Leviton Manufacturing Co. Inc.
Morganton, NC
04.2013 - 07.2014
- Occasionally filled in for lead operator and performed all necessary duties
- Trained associates in machine functioning, processing and tooling
- Set up machines for daily operations
- Documented and reported substandard production
- Built and maintained set-up sheets to produce injection molded parts
- Established and stabilized machine processes
- Developed and maintained dimensional part specs
- Filled out daily log sheets quickly and correctly
- Maintained necessary level of communications between shifts
Plastics Process Technician
Plastek
Rockingham, NC
10.2012 - 03.2013
- Documented tooling damage and maintenance and processing issues
- Trained associates in machine functioning, processing and tooling
- Filled out daily log sheets quickly and correctly
- Identified root causes of defects and recommended processing adjustments to eliminate them
- Set up machines for daily operations
- Occasionally filled in for lead operator and performed all necessary duties
Machine Operator
Tastemoore Snacks
Coldwater, OH
06.2012 - 10.2012
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals
- Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records
- Adjusted alignment of Wrapping Machine for different sized bags
Blow Molding Process Technician
Alpla
Lima, OH
01.2007 - 07.2011
- Oversaw the production process and managed the production schedule
- Maintained necessary level of communications between shifts
- Performed preventative maintenance to maintain optimal productivity
- Monitored machine operation and diagnosed malfunctions
- Assisted machine operators with finished pieces
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality
- Trained associates in machine functioning, processing and tooling
- Set up machines for daily operations
- Occasionally filled in for Supervisor and performed all necessary duties
Machine Operator
Plastipak Holdings Inc.
Jackson Center, OH
02.2002 - 12.2006
- Completed detailed line inspections and visually inspected bottles for consistent product quality
- Trained associates in machine functioning, processing and tooling
- Filled out daily log sheets quickly and correctly
- Established and stabilized machine processes
- Set up machines for daily operations
- Documented and reported substandard production
Education
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Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OHInjection Molding Intro Certification - Plastics
Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC2013
ProMolder 2 Gold Certification - Injection Molding
Paulson Plastics Academy
Various2015
Mechatronics Fundamentals Certification - Mechatronics
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC2016
Skills
- Process analysis
- Process improvement
- Set up and breakdown of machines
- Certified forklift operator
- Set-ups of molds
- Microsoft applications skills
- Extremely quick learner
Certification
- Paulson ProMolder 2 Gold Certified
- Certified Production Technician Maintenance Awareness Certificate
References
- Matt Rink 828-446-3159
- Robert Bush 828-409-4095
- Andrew Kneller 765-623-8227
Timeline
Injection Molding Process Technician/Supervisor of Operations
FMT
07.2021 - 05.2022
Plastics Process Technician
Design Molded Plastics
01.2021 - 07.2021
Plastics Process Technician
Little Tikes
07.2020 - 12.2020
Plastics Process Technician
J&O Plastics
02.2020 - 07.2020
Plastics Process Technician
Keter
11.2018 - 11.2019
Plastics Process Technician
Z F Chassis
10.2014 - 07.2018
Plastics Process Technician
Leviton Manufacturing Co. Inc.
04.2013 - 07.2014
Plastics Process Technician
Plastek
10.2012 - 03.2013
Machine Operator
Tastemoore Snacks
06.2012 - 10.2012
Blow Molding Process Technician
Alpla
01.2007 - 07.2011
Machine Operator
Plastipak Holdings Inc.
02.2002 - 12.2006
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Sinclair Community College
Injection Molding Intro Certification - Plastics
Richmond Community College
ProMolder 2 Gold Certification - Injection Molding
Paulson Plastics Academy
Mechatronics Fundamentals Certification - Mechatronics
Catawba Valley Community College
- Paulson ProMolder 2 Gold Certified
- Certified Production Technician Maintenance Awareness Certificate
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