Jeff Townsend
Banning,CA
Summary
Quality-focused Injection Molding Process Technician with knowledge of manufacturing and to cut costs and increase productivity. Fast learner, fantastic multitasking abilities. Dedicated to high standards of safety, quality, and production.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Blow Mold Operator
Bluetriton Brands
Cabazon, California
04.2025 - Current
- Operated blow molding machines to produce plastic containers efficiently.
- Monitored quality control standards during production runs consistently.
- Adjusted machine settings to ensure product specifications were met.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes effectively.
- Documented production data and machine performance accurately.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the manufacturing environment.
- Worked closely with other departments such as engineering or quality control to resolve any issues encountered during operations.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues with blow molding machinery.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address technical challenges that arose during operations.
- Managed inventory of raw materials needed for production runs such as plastic pellets or resins.
- Monitored production processes and inspected finished products for quality assurance.
- Maintained accurate records of production output, downtime, scrap rate, and other metrics.
- Adjusted daily work procedures to meet schedules and maintain product quality standards.
Injection Molding Technician
Dura Plastic Products Inc.
Beaumont, CA
09.2019 - 01.2024
- Monitored the quality of parts produced by the injection molders to ensure conformance to customer standards.
- Adjusted machine settings such as temperature, pressure, speed, time cycles and position of nozzle tip in accordance with specifications.
- Set up and operated injection molding machines according to production requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of production data including cycle times, scrap rates, part weights and material usage for each job run.
- Conducted regular quality checks on finished products to verify proper functioning of molds and dies used in production processes.
- Repaired and adjusted molds, hoppers, nozzles, sprue bushings, and other components of the injection molding process.
- Maintained high levels of quality standards by closely monitoring progress and effectively streamlining procedures.
- Adjusted daily work procedures to meet schedules and maintain product quality standards.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed during operation of injection molders.
- Turned valves and dials of machines to regulate pressure, temperature and speed and feed rates.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems with injection molding equipment and made necessary repairs or adjustments.
- Operated overhead cranes for transporting heavy molds from storage racks to the presses when needed for set-up operations or changeovers between jobs.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all injection molding machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Provided technical assistance to operators regarding setup procedures for new jobs or running existing jobs more efficiently.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance and upkeep of production equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime.
- Replaced damaged molds, chains, or other equipment using hand tools and jib cranes.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Banning High School
Banning, CA06-1984
Skills
- Process Validation
- Material Selection
- Equipment Calibration
- Machine Operation
- Product Inspection
- Casting Machine Setup
- Health and Safety Procedures
- Defect Identification
- Quality Control
- Preventive Maintenance
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Performance Improvement
Timeline
Blow Mold Operator
Bluetriton Brands
04.2025 - Current
Injection Molding Technician
Dura Plastic Products Inc.
09.2019 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Banning High School