Jeffrey C. Luther
Summertown,TN
Summary
Dynamic Mold Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at Sekisui Plastics, skilled in mold calibration and preventive maintenance. Proven track record in process improvement and effective communication, enhancing production quality and efficiency. Adept at troubleshooting and training junior technicians, fostering a collaborative work environment while ensuring strict safety compliance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Press Technician
Sekisui Plastics
Mt.Pleasant, Tennessee
10.2024 - Current
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when working on a mold.
- Communicated effectively with other departments regarding mold-related issues.
- Identified areas where improvements could be made within the manufacturing process.
- Trained junior technicians on proper operation and maintenance of molds.
- Calibrated molds according to established procedures and standards.
- Monitored production output from the molds and made adjustments as needed to maintain quality levels.
- Diagnosed problems using schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals.
- Assisted with installation of new molds into existing production lines.
- Performed regular maintenance and repair on molds to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed on each mold.
- Troubleshot mold issues by performing detailed diagnostic tests.
- Conducted thorough inspections of molds for any signs of wear or damage.
- Provided technical support to other technicians regarding mold maintenance tasks.
- Cleaned, lubricated, and adjusted mold components as needed.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts in molds with new ones.
- Dismantled and reassembled molds when necessary for repairs or upgrades.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans for all assigned molds.
- Ordered spare parts for use in maintaining the molds.
- Completed documentation for all work orders in a timely manner.
- Repaired mechanical and hydraulic systems associated with the molding process.
- Observed meters and gauges to verify and record temperatures, pressures and press-cycle times.
- Coated molds with compounds using acetylene torches or sprayers.
- Replaced damaged molds, chains, or other equipment using hand tools and jib cranes.
- Monitored material inventories for supervisor.
- Adjusted daily work procedures to meet schedules and maintain product quality standards.
- Inventoried and recorded quantities of materials and finished products, requisitioning additional supplies.
- Checked casting equipment at beginning of shift to verify proper machine functionality and resolve identified malfunctions.
- Turned valves and dials of machines to regulate pressure, temperature and speed and feed rates.
- Inspected finished products for defects and conformity to specifications.
- Pulled level and toggled latches to fill molds and to release mold covers.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance and upkeep of production equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime.
Mold Maintenance Technician
Sonoco Solutions
Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee
12.2010 - 10.2024
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when working on a mold.
- Communicated effectively with other departments regarding mold-related issues.
- Identified areas where improvements could be made within the manufacturing process.
- Trained junior technicians on proper operation and maintenance of molds.
- Calibrated molds according to established procedures and standards.
- Monitored production output from the molds and made adjustments as needed to maintain quality levels.
- Diagnosed problems using schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals.
- Assisted with installation of new molds into existing production lines.
- Performed regular maintenance and repair on molds to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed on each mold.
- Troubleshot mold issues by performing detailed diagnostic tests.
- Conducted thorough inspections of molds for any signs of wear or damage.
- Provided technical support to other technicians regarding mold maintenance tasks.
- Cleaned, lubricated, and adjusted mold components as needed.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts in molds with new ones.
- Dismantled and reassembled molds when necessary for repairs or upgrades.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans for all assigned molds.
- Ordered spare parts for use in maintaining the molds.
- Completed documentation for all work orders in a timely manner.
- Observed meters and gauges to verify and record temperatures, pressures and press-cycle times.
- Coated molds with compounds using acetylene torches or sprayers.
- Replaced damaged molds, chains, or other equipment using hand tools and jib cranes.
- Adjusted daily work procedures to meet schedules and maintain product quality standards.
- Checked casting equipment at beginning of shift to verify proper machine functionality and resolve identified malfunctions.
- Turned valves and dials of machines to regulate pressure, temperature and speed and feed rates.
- Inspected finished products for defects and conformity to specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Covenant Academy/GED
Summertown, TN05-2008
Skills
- Mold calibration
- Preventive maintenance
- Mold troubleshooting
- Equipment installation
- Process improvement
- Technical documentation
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Quality control
- Diagnostic testing
- Safety procedures
- Machine operation
- Hand tools proficiency
- Hydraulic systems
- Surface grinding
- Precision measurement
- Injection molding
- Pneumatic systems
- Mold design expertise
- Troubleshooting
- Mold assembly
- Safety measures
- Injection molding expertise
- Tooling selection expertise
- Strong communication skills
- Safety protocol compliance
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Process optimization techniques
- Toolroom equipment
- Inspection experience
- Blueprint reading
- Industrial safety
- Task prioritization
- Tool operation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability
- Physical stamina
Timeline
Press Technician
Sekisui Plastics
10.2024 - Current
Mold Maintenance Technician
Sonoco Solutions
12.2010 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
Covenant Academy/GED
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