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Marco Antonio Saavedra

Arlington,TX

Summary

Dynamic Blow Mold Technician with proven expertise. Skilled in machine troubleshooting and quality assurance. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and fostering team collaboration. Committed to safety compliance and maintaining a positive work environment, consistently delivering high-quality results while minimizing downtime. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Blow Mold Tech

Amcor Rigid Packaging
Fort Worth, TX
02.2025 - Current

Maintained accurate records of production runs and quality assurance tests. Operated blow mold and bottle quality verification equipment accurately while quickly addressing machine malfunctions.

Checked machinery for proper functioning and conformance to safety standards. Adjusted machine settings as needed to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime. Assisted in the training of new technicians on the use of blow molding equipment and processes. Kept work areas clean, neat, and organized for efficient operations. Troubleshoot issues with blow molding machines, including electrical and mechanical malfunctions. Operate two Blow Mold machines (Sidel)

Blow Mold & Husky Tech

Blue Triton Brands
Dallas, TX
10.2023 - 11.2024

Performed preventative maintenance on all Injection Molding machinery to ensure optimal performance. Operated Injection Molding Machines to produce plastic components. Set up and operated Injection Molding Machines to produce parts or products according to customer specifications. Assisted with installation of new Molds onto Injection Molding Presses. Identified areas in need of improvement in the Blow Molding process and proposed solutions for implementation.
Cleaned, lubricated, maintained, inspected, repaired, or replaced parts on Blow Molding Machines as necessary. Drove gasoline or electric powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas. Disassembled, cleaned, inspected, repaired, reassembled, and tested machinery components. Operated Blow Mold and bottle quality verification equipment accurately while quickly addressing machine malfunctions. Calibrated Temperature controllers, Pressure gauges, and Flow meters to ensure accuracy of production runs.

Mold Tech

Doskocil Manufacturing Company
Arlington, TX
06.2021 - 12.2021

Performed visual inspections of Molds to detect any signs of damage or wear. Prepared reports summarizing findings
from Mold maintenance activities. Troubleshoot Molding issues and identify root causes for defects in finished products.
Used approved cleansers and solvents to clean and sanitize equipment after use. Compiled data from multiple sources
into comprehensive reports detailing production trends over time. Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on
Molds, such as cleaning and lubricating parts. Documented changes made during Mold maintenance activities in
order to maintain traceability of components. Troubleshoot issues with Blow Molding Machines including electrical and
mechanical malfunctions. Participated in regular meetings with other supervisors and managers in order to discuss
potential improvements or cost savings initiatives related to Blow Molding operations or processes utilized within the
facility more generally speaking. Assisted in training new operators on how to use the Blow Molding equipment correctly. Conducted quality checks on finished products prior to packaging or presentation. Conducted thorough quality checks to verify conformance to specifications. Performed quality checks on incoming products before storing them in warehouse. Recommended essential corrective actions based on test results. Developed training programs for
new employees on proper inspection techniques. Measured product dimensions to assess compliance with
specifications. Inspected, tested, and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements

Blow Mold Tech

Mission Foods
Grand Prairie, TX
08.2018 - 07.2019

Adhered to GMPs while maintaining a safe and organized work area. Turned on Valves and Dials of machines to regulate
pressure, temperature, speed, and feed rates. Identified and documented complex repair issues with Mold equipment
and reported needs to supervisor for timely resolution. Observed Meters and Gauges to verify and record temperatures,
pressures, and press-cycle times. Performed routine preventative maintenance and upkeep of production equipment
to maximize performance and minimize downtime. Removed cured products from Molds and inspected each to
identify defects and assign grades. Operated 1 Krones Blow Mold Machine. Loaded up hopper manually and
inspected Lamps, Air pressure, and Cycle time

Blow Mold Tech

Niagara Bottling
Dallas, TX
02.2016 - 08.2018

Managed Blow Molders, Bottle Conveyors, Air Conveyors, Tippers, Chillers, and Air Compressors successfully to produce
bottle products. Operated Blow Mold Machines and bottle quality verification equipment accurately while quickly
addressing machine malfunctions. Monitored production quantities for Preform change, Mold change, and product
completion. Adhered to GMP's while maintaining a safe and organized work area. Identified and documented
complex repair issues with Molding equipment and reported needs to supervisor for timely resolution. Operated 4 Krones
Blow Mold Machines plus one Silo Machine. Loaded up all 4 Blow Mold Machine hoppers if live feed in Injection
department was not operating. Maintaining a well balance percentage in my Silo Machine in case one of my Blow
Mold machines went down. We can use the Silo Machine as a back-up or we can use the Silo Machine whenever a
change over occurs. Filler Operator still needs bottles in the line and the Silo Machine will do as such but in a more
moderate manner while the new change over occurs. Excellent house keeping is always essential. Paper work includes
weighting bottles from each Blow Mold machine and adding up the total percentage of how many bottles each Blow
Mold produced during the shift. Coming in 10 minutes early to inspect everything is functioning properly like checking
for Photo Lenses, Camera Eyes, clean rails, potential issues with the Molds, and verify that live feed on Injection
department is running. Always check for quality of Preform such as potential cracks, scratches, discoloration, or material
that has not been melted. Great communication skills with your Filler Operators, Maintenance team, Injection department, and Supervisor/ Manager.

Painter & Remodeling

Self Employed
Dallas-Fort Worth , TX
05.2014 - 01.2016

Consulted with clients regarding the desired color scheme for their projects. Performed routine maintenance checks on painting equipment between jobs. Mixed and matched paint according to specific project requirements. Operated power tools, such as spray guns and pressure washers. Assisted other painters in completing large-scale projects efficiently. Prepared surfaces for painting, including sanding, and cleaning. Evaluated existing paint layers for integrity prior to repainting a surface. Followed safety protocols while working with hazardous substances like solvents and paints.
Applied primer coats to ensure proper adhesion of paint. Sanded down the woodwork before applying a new finish or coat of paint. Masked-off areas before applying paint finishes. Maintained records of materials used during each job assignment. Sprayed or brushed on protective coatings, such as epoxy, lacquer, enamel, and polyurethane. Applied primer, paints, varnishes, and lacquers to walls and surfaces. Inspected painted surfaces after completion to ensure that quality standards were met. Cleaned up job sites when finished with projects. Measured and cut wall boards to the desired dimensions. Laid out reference lines for the installation of drywall panels to ensure even alignment at corners and edges. Installed sheetrock panels on interior walls using a variety of fastening techniques. Attached trim to finished
surfaces around windows, doors, floors, and ceilings. Sealed gaps between wood frames and other wall components with caulking material. Installed insulation materials between the studs of the walls. Applied plaster over walls for finishing purposes. Utilized power tools such as saws, drills, sanders, and staplers. Filled joints between drywall sheets with joint compound and sanded them smooth.

Education

High School Diploma -

Arlington High School
Arlington, TX
05-2014

Skills

  • Machine troubleshooting
  • Quality assurance
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • PPE compliance
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Blow Mold Tech

Amcor Rigid Packaging
02.2025 - Current

Blow Mold & Husky Tech

Blue Triton Brands
10.2023 - 11.2024

Mold Tech

Doskocil Manufacturing Company
06.2021 - 12.2021

Blow Mold Tech

Mission Foods
08.2018 - 07.2019

Blow Mold Tech

Niagara Bottling
02.2016 - 08.2018

Painter & Remodeling

Self Employed
05.2014 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Arlington High School
Marco Antonio Saavedra