Matthew Gubelman

• Lead daily operations for specialty processing services including plastic pellet bagging and plastic pulverizing for rotational molding in a production environment.
• Operate, program, and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLC- and HMI-controlled equipment, ensuring stable and efficient process operation.
• Primary operator and technical lead for: Columbia Okura AI1800 Robotic Palletizer (robotics programming & fault recovery) Statec Binder Principac Automated Bagging System (sensors, VFDs, conveyors) (4) MAAG Reduction Rex Duo Plus Pulverizers (dual large-horsepower electric motors per unit)
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain consistent production throughput.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control-related faults involving motors, drives, sensors, interlocks, and safety circuits.
• Monitor and adjust process parameters to maintain product quality, equipment reliability, and operational safety.
• Create, maintain, and revise department SOPs and work instructions supporting standardized operations and training.
• Document production, downtime, maintenance activity, and process data using Excel-based tracking systems.
• Serve on the company safety team (3+ years); participate in customer audits and ensure compliance with site safety standards.
• Enforce and execute LOTO, confined space, and HAZCOM procedures during operations and maintenance activities.
• Train operators and technicians on equipment operation, process flow, safety requirements, and troubleshooting techniques

Key Contributions: - Recognized as the go-to resource for process troubleshooting and equipment recovery. - Improved equipment reliability through structured preventive maintenance and standardized procedures. - Trusted to independently operate and program all specialty services machinery.

• Supported plant operations involving packaging, transloading, storage, shipping, and receiving of plastic pellets.
• Operated forklifts and material handling equipment in a safety-focused environment.
• Assisted with quality checks, inventory movement, and production flow.
• Built foundational understanding of industrial operations, process flow, and plant safety.

• Performed commercial and residential roofing work including flat roofing systems (TPO and EPDM) and asphalt shingle installation.
• Installed and fabricated aluminum gutters and sheet metal components, requiring precise measurement, layout, cutting, and fastening.
• Worked routinely at heights, on rooftops, and in outdoor environments under varying weather conditions.
• Followed strict jobsite safety procedures and quality standards while working around other trades and active job locations.
• Previously held a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) (expired April 2024; eligible for renewal).