Michael Currie
Hudson Falls,NY
Summary
Results-driven Injection Molding Technician with extensive experience at Medline Industries, Inc. Proven expertise in optimizing production efficiency and enhancing product quality through effective troubleshooting and process validation. Skilled in machine setup and operator training, fostering a collaborative team environment to achieve operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Experienced with injection molding operations, ensuring seamless production workflows. Utilizes technical skills to troubleshoot and maintain equipment for optimal performance. Track record of implementing process improvements to enhance product quality and efficiency.
Professional Injection Molding Specialist with strong background in plastic manufacturing and process optimization. Skilled in machine setup, troubleshooting, and quality control to ensure top-notch product standards. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to meet production goals and dynamic requirements. Reliable, goal-oriented, and driven by results in fast-paced production environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Tool Maker Injection Moldiing
Medline Industries, Inc
01.2023 - Current
- Ensured accurate measurements for tool making with the use of micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
- Utilized expertise in materials science when selecting appropriate raw materials for tool making, optimizing performance, and durability in various applications.
- Consistently met deadlines for project completion through effective time management and organizational skills.
- Maintained clear communication with team members throughout projects to ensure all requirements were met accurately and efficiently.
Process Technician
Medline Industries, Inc
02.2020 - Current
- Trained new technicians in proper usage of equipment, safety protocols, and company procedures, ensuring a high level of competence across the team.
- Supported an environment of safety through thorough knowledge of regulations, best practices, and consistent communication with team members regarding safe work habits.
- Troubleshot technical issues, implementing solutions to maintain a smooth production process.
- Contributed to the development of standard operating procedures that improved consistency across shifts and reduced training time for new hires.
Injection Molding Technician
Medline Industries, Inc
05.2018 - Current
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues promptly.
- Ensured workplace safety by strictly adhering to company protocols and industry regulations during all operations.
- Set up new machines according to specifications, ensuring seamless integration into existing production lines without disrupting schedules or output levels.
- Troubleshot complex molding issues under tight deadlines, averting potential production delays and maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets by efficiently managing resources, prioritizing tasks, and monitoring equipment performance.
- Improved overall production efficiency by streamlining injection molding processes and implementing best practices.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by participating in Lean Manufacturing projects focused on reducing waste and increasing efficiency.
- Enhanced product quality by closely monitoring process parameters and making necessary adjustments.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop new molds and optimize existing ones for better performance.
- Troubleshot issues with molds, pipes, belts, chains and [Type] equipment.
Injection Molding Machine Operator
Medline Industries, Inc
08.2015 - Current
- Enhanced communication between shifts by providing detailed shift handover reports, ensuring smooth transitions and operational continuity.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting routine equipment inspections.
- Enhanced production efficiency by optimizing machine settings for various materials and mold designs.
- Trained new operators on injection molding machines, enhancing their knowledge and skills for efficient performance.
- Documented daily production information for accurate record-keeping and informed decisionmaking.
- Reduced machine downtime with regular maintenance checks and prompt troubleshooting of issues.
- Worked in team of technicians in quickly changing environment, adhering to all safety protocols and company processes.
- Coordinated with quality control teams to address non-conformances, implementing corrective actions and driving continuous improvement in product quality.
- Assisted engineers during tooling trials, providing valuable feedback on mold performance leading to design refinements.
- Implemented 5S methodology in the workspace, resulting in improved organization and cleanliness throughout the facility.
Quality Control Inspector
Medline Industries, Inc
08.2012 - Current
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
Education
Hudson Falls High School
Hudson Falls, NY06-2004
Skills
- Hand tool safety
- Measuring
- Deburring operations
- Machine setup
- Quality inspection
- Polishing techniques
- Press inspection
- Injection molding
- Tool repair history
- Measurement tools
- Tool maintenance
- Computer skills
- Tooling adjustments
- Cycle time reduction
- Process documentation
- Production scheduling
- Operator training
- Statistical process control
- Plastic materials
- Injection molding techniques
- Machine troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Process validation
- Equipment inspection
- Process flows
- Continuous improvement
- Operational efficiency
- Team Training
- Performance improvement
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Production monitoring
- Procedure updating
Timeline
Tool Maker Injection Moldiing
Medline Industries, Inc
01.2023 - Current
Process Technician
Medline Industries, Inc
02.2020 - Current
Injection Molding Technician
Medline Industries, Inc
05.2018 - Current
Injection Molding Machine Operator
Medline Industries, Inc
08.2015 - Current
Quality Control Inspector
Medline Industries, Inc
08.2012 - Current
Hudson Falls High School
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