Juan Carlos Lux

Injection Molding Lead/Shift Supervisor

Oberon Inc.

North Dartmouth, Massachusetts

06.2014 - Current

Analyzed test results or samples, and adjusted parameters accordingly to maintain product quality standards.
Monitored material.
Identified potential issues with equipment or processes that could affect product quality or safety.
Performed routine preventive maintenance and upkeep of production equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime.
Collaborated with team members to finish runs on tight deadlines.
Monitored and adjusted machine parameters such as speed, tension, and pressure to ensure optimal performance.
Trained new employees on proper operation of molding machinery and processes.
Reviewed drawings of product components to determine best methods for producing them via injection molding.
Managed inventory levels of finished goods, ensuring adequate stock was on hand while minimizing excesses.
Monitored and maintained molding machinery, troubleshooting any issues as they arose.
Inspected tools and dies regularly for wear or damage, replacing them as necessary.
Performed quality control inspections of molded parts throughout the entire production cycle.
Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
Set up injection molding machines by installing hot runner systems, nozzles, sprue bushings and hoppers.
Set up, operated, and maintained injection molding machines to mold plastic parts.
Troubleshot mechanical problems with injection molding equipment and made necessary repairs or adjustments.
Load raw materials into the hoppers of injection molding machines and weighed the materials if necessary.
Tracked inventory levels of raw materials used in the injection molding process.
Set up and operate injection molding machines to produce plastic parts or products.
Change molds and tooling on injection molding machines as required for different parts and products.
Assisted with troubleshooting problems that occurred during the injection molding process including jamming, short shots, sink marks, warping.
Conducted the setup and installation of new molds in injection molding machines.
Perform minor maintenance and repairs on injection molding machines, such as replacing valves or hoses.
Set up and adjust plastic injection molding machines, molds, robots, and auxiliary equipment to ensure quality production.
Streamlined operational efficiencies by maintaining injection molding machines, dies, robotic bottle packing machines, and vacuum and casting furnaces.
Adjust feed systems to maintain proper temperature levels during the injection molding process, with robotic programs for the individual molds, as needed.
Operated the hoist to move molds from the storage area to the injection molding machine workstation.
Performed regular calibrations of sensors and controllers used in the injection molding process.
Operated injection molding machines to produce parts according to customer specifications.
Performed routine maintenance on plastic injection molding machines, including changing nozzles, hoppers, and other parts as needed.
Monitored quality control procedures throughout the loading process, and conducted quality control inspections to uphold high standards.
Inspected finished packages for accuracy and quality control.