Joseph Leonard

-Setup/Tear down mold bases.

-Perform minor repairs.

-Preventative maintenance on mold bases.

-Use of hand, power, pneumatic tools.

-Use of shop power tools-Grinder, drill press, pin grinder, belt sander.

-Use of overhead crane.

-Followed safety protocols.

-Maintained clean and organized work area.

• Promoted continuous improvement initiatives within the team through regular participation in brainstorming sessions aimed at enhancing mold setting practices.
• Elevated product quality through regular communication with Quality Control personnel on any defects or deviations from standards observed during the molding process.
• Improved product consistency by monitoring temperature, pressure, and cycle times throughout the molding process.
• Enhanced production efficiency by setting and adjusting molds according to job specifications.
• Collaborated with Engineering and Tooling departments to troubleshoot complex mold issues, resulting in a faster resolution of problems and minimal impact on production schedules.
• Maximized equipment utilization by performing routine preventative maintenance tasks on molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Removed/Installed mold bases in press by overhead crane.
• Hooked up water, hydraulics, switches, thermolators, dryers.
• Entered setup parameters from setup sheet into press.
• Maintained clean and organized work areas.

• Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
• Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
• Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
• Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
• Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.