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Matthew Perkins

New Berlin,WI

Summary

Dynamic Process Technician with extensive experience at HellermanTyton, skilled in operating Toshiba and Husky injection molding equipment. Proven track record in troubleshooting and implementing process improvements, enhancing productivity. Strong leadership abilities complemented by technical expertise in material properties and automation, ensuring high-quality production standards and safety compliance.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Process Technician II

HellermanTyton
05.2015 - 05.2025
  • Supported the Injection Molding Department operational goals.
  • Primary responsibilities included start-up of all down machines, housekeeping assigned area, checking process parameters, completed material changes and setting count scales.
  • Provided troubleshooting support to the production group to correct issues.
  • Starting presses following changes (mold changes, conversions, material changes, etc.), rehangs and repairs.
  • Assisted Industrial Engineering Staff to ensure proper documentation is completed and distributed regarding process sheets and deviation reports.
  • Recommended process changes to improve efficiency and productivity for reference purposes and training materials.
  • Participated in audit preparation for both internal and external audits.


Process Set Up Technician

Huf Group
03.2013 - 03.2015
  • Milwaukee facility was closed and work relocated to Tennessee, eliminating all production employees.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks on Toshiba injection molding machines, including set-up, material changes, mold changes, first piece quality inspections, safety and housekeeping.
  • Responsible for workplace automation set-up and operation of Fanuc robotic equipment.
  • Certified to operate material handling equipment.

Process Technician

Gateway Plastics Inc.
04.2012 - 01.2013
  • Set-up and maintain injection and blow molding equipment, troubleshoot technical issues to provide consistent quality and productivity meeting operation standards.
  • Set-up of custom automation equipment to provide assistance in standard operating procedures for efficiency of work cells.
  • Provide housekeeping standards to reduce safety issues.

Education

Journeyman Certificate in Injection Molding -

Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, WI
06-2021

Skills

  • Qualified to fully operate Toshiba, Husky and Cincinnati injection molding equipment
  • Completed Paulson Certification in Injection Molding
  • Read blueprints and process sheets
  • Process troubleshooting and continuous improvement techniques
  • Ability to lead teams assigned to work cells
  • Technical skills and education in material properties of plastic resins
  • Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics and electronic controls
  • Understanding of tooling functionality with ability to communicate with Tool Room to assist in repairs, when necessary

Certification

Paulson Certification in Injection Molding

Timeline

Process Technician II

HellermanTyton
05.2015 - 05.2025

Process Set Up Technician

Huf Group
03.2013 - 03.2015

Process Technician

Gateway Plastics Inc.
04.2012 - 01.2013

Journeyman Certificate in Injection Molding -

Waukesha County Technical College

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