Marlene "Blair" Lowther
York,SC
Summary
Skilled mold press operator with strong background in fast-paced manufacturing environments working with all types materials. Reliable worker comfortable working alone or with team members to move materials, complete production runs and inspect final products. Knowledgeable about machine operation, maintenance requirements and basic repairs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Press Machine Operator
Performance Friction Corporation
Clover, SC
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Inspected finished product for defects and conformance to specifications.
- Inspected machines prior to starting and operation, verifying safe operating condition and performing lubrication and other preventive maintenance.
- Operated press machine to fill in mold cavities(from 4 to 21 cavities depending on the press) with compound & underlayer
- Then remove the molds when the press opens
- Adjusted settings on machines such as speed, feed rate, and pressure according to job requirements
- Verified dimensions of finished work pieces using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as lubricating parts and replacing worn tools.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-specification production.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Maintained accurate records of production activities such as number of pieces produced and scrap generated.
- Ensured safety guidelines were followed during operation of machinery.
- Cleaned equipment regularly after each shift for optimal performance.
- Assisted with set up of new jobs by changing dies, tools, fixtures.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems that arose during production runs.
- Provided training to new employees on safe operation of press machines.
- Received verbal instructions from supervisor regarding daily assignments.
- Recorded data related to production including cycle times and quantities produced.
- Cleaned machines between production operations and after shifts, using air hoses, chemical cleaners and pressure washers to prevent buildup and maintain good functioning condition.
- Monitored lights, gauges and general performance indicators to detect mechanical malfunctions and modify or cease operations accordingly, preventing damage and waste of materials.
- Promoted safety within department and followed protocols to maximize safety and prevent risk.
- Cleaned and lubricated presses and components using oil, solvents and rags.
- Troubleshot press when product defects occurred and immediately remedied issues.
- Verified dimensions of work piece and made adjustments if necessary.
- Used air hoses and swabs to clean compression chambers, arbors and molds.
- Kept machines running at peak efficiency to meet demanding production targets.
- Followed work orders to select proper materials, make accurate cuts and complete precise finished products.
Final Quality Inspector
Lava Textiles
York, SC
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Inspected product components to ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections of manufactured parts using precision measuring tools.
- Maintained records of inspection results in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Identified non-conforming materials and reported discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
- Ensured that all equipment used in the inspection process was properly calibrated and maintained regularly.
- Documented corrective actions taken when non-conformances were identified during inspections.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
Parts Puller
SkyVue
Rock Hill, SC
03.2020 - 07.2021
- Identified, sorted and stocked parts according to size, type and quantity.
- Verified part numbers for accuracy against the inventory list.
- Organized warehouse shelves by size, weight, shape or other characteristics of the items stored.
- Cleaned up spills promptly to prevent any potential accidents from occurring.
- Maintained a clean work area at all times including sweeping floors, wiping down counters .
- Maintained neat, clean, secure, well-organized and safe warehouse to easily locate parts.
- Pulled components and supplies for assemblers, inspected and delivered parts and supported assembly processes.
- Inspected pulled parts for defects, damage or deterioration caused by long-term outside storage.
- Labeled each pulled part with proper part number, price, customer order number and destination.
Education
High School Diploma -
York Comprehensive High School
York, SC05-2004
Skills
- Precision measurement
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Production Monitoring
- Stress Tolerance
- Quality Control
- Machine Operation
- Machinery Cleaning
- Work Order Interpretation
- Parts Lubrication
- Material Selection
- Machine Start-Up and Shut-Down
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Clear Communication
- Hand Tools and Measuring Devices
- Material Handling
- Attention to Detail
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Quality Inspections
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Team building
- Professionalism
- Measurements and Calculations
- Task Prioritization
- Time management abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Material Sorting and Categorizing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Multitasking
- Decision-Making
- Parts Replacement
- Continuous Improvement
- Organizational Skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Forklift Operation
Timeline
Press Machine Operator
Performance Friction Corporation
02.2022 - 09.2023
Final Quality Inspector
Lava Textiles
09.2021 - 01.2022
Parts Puller
SkyVue
03.2020 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
York Comprehensive High School
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