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Lucas Renkema

Grandville

Summary

Dynamic Plastic Injection Molding Supervisor at Royal Technologies Corporation with a proven track record in employee training and production scheduling. Enhanced efficiency through innovative molding processes, reducing scrap rates significantly. Known for effective communication and fostering teamwork, driving continuous improvement in quality control and operational excellence.

Manufacturing professional with strong track record in supervising molding operations and enhancing production workflows. Skilled in driving team collaboration and achieving high-quality results. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, with focus on effective communication and technical proficiency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Plastic Injection Molding Supervisor

Royal Technologies Corporation
06.2007 - Current
  • Continuous worked with each staff member to improve skills for advancement.
  • Assessed production schedule and maneuvered work schedule to optimize efficiency and reduction of downtime.
  • Trained to prioritize Safety to Quality to Delivery
  • Trained in Kaizan program for improvement in a bay.
  • Proficient in operator performance, auditor, and mold changing skills.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure seamless integration of molded components into final products.
  • Improved production efficiency by implementing new molding processes and techniques.
  • Boosted team morale by promoting open communication and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Maintained detailed records of production data, facilitating accurate reporting to senior management on department performance metrics.
  • Continuously sought ways to reduce costs without compromising product quality or safety standards.
  • Assisted in the hiring process for new team members, selecting candidates with strong technical skills and a commitment to excellence.
  • Reduced scrap rates with diligent monitoring of molding parameters and timely adjustments.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
  • Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
  • Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
  • Sit down hilo trained and certified.
  • Regularly trained and tested with overhead cranes
  • Certified Lock-Out-Tag-Out

Package Handler

FedEx Ground
10.2005 - 05.2007
  • Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
  • Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
  • Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Ensured timely deliveries by loading and unloading trucks with precision and speed.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in shift assignments as needed, working weekends or overtime hours when required for operational support or peak periods.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks efficiently, resulting in increased overall productivity.
  • Loaded packages onto conveyor belts while paying close attention to labels for accurate routing and delivery.
  • Improved package processing efficiency by accurately scanning and sorting packages according to size, weight, and destination.
  • Expedited shipment processing by swiftly identifying exceptions in the system that required manual intervention or further investigation.
  • Reduced damage claims by carefully handling fragile items and adhering to company guidelines for safe package handling.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Communicated with supervisors about delays or other issues with shipments.

Education

Hudsonville High School
Hudsonville
05-2005

Skills

  • Employee training

  • Machine operation

  • Scrap and Yield reduction

  • Process and Template validation

  • Production scheduling

  • Teamwork and collaboration

  • Critical thinking

  • Dedicated work ethic

  • Effective communication

  • Task delegation

  • Quality control

Accomplishments

Maintained 17 years of certified hilo and overhead crane licensing. Passing certification for Lock-out Tag-out procedures. Lead my teams in safety and 5S key metrics. Made it a pursuit to generate a positive team threw servant leadership and daily demonstration in dedication.

Implemented a number of Continuous Improvement Program (CIP) applications that helped improve labor efficiency and cost reduction. Had a safety implementation that went company wide and a standard for all hilo in the company.

Certification

Hilo or fork truck certified.

Kalmar certified

Overhead crane certified

A frame experience

LOTO certified

Spill containment


Timeline

Plastic Injection Molding Supervisor

Royal Technologies Corporation
06.2007 - Current

Package Handler

FedEx Ground
10.2005 - 05.2007

Hudsonville High School

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