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
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Molding Machine Operator
Progressive Foam Technologies Inc.
Beach City, OH
09.2021 - Current
Ensure proper safety protocols are followed at all times when working with machinery.
Inspect finished products for any imperfections or flaws that may have occurred during the manufacturing process.
Document production data such as cycle times, quantities produced and scrap rates for each shift worked.
Measured and inspected products for surface and dimension defects to verify conformance to specifications.
Monitor machine operation to detect any malfunctions or defects in the product and make necessary adjustments to correct them.
Monitored meters and gauges to verify and record temperature, pressures and machine-cycle times.
Adjust settings such as temperature, pressure, speed and timing based on product requirements.
Troubleshoot problems with machinery, diagnose causes of machine failure and determine corrective actions.
Load raw material into hoppers, measure and mix materials according to specifications.
Assist in training new employees in operating procedures related to molding machines.
Automotive Technician
Waikem Honda
Massillon, OH
01.2019 - 06.2021
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable safety procedures while performing repairs.
Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with customers regarding their automotive needs.
Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
Attended technical training courses when available to increase knowledge base.
Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
Diagnosed mechanical problems using specialized computer software and diagnostic tools.
Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
Assisted in the diagnosis of complex electrical issues using appropriate test equipment.
Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
Automotive Technician Apprentice
AdvanceTech Auto Repair
Massillon, OH
06.2017 - 01.2019
Communicated effectively with customers about repair progress and costs involved.
Followed established guidelines for troubleshooting and diagnosing various types of automotive systems.
Adjusted headlights for proper alignment per customer request.
Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable safety procedures while performing repairs.
Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with customers regarding their automotive needs.
Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
Education
Automotive Technician - Automotive Technology
R.G. Drage
Massillon, OH
05-2017
High School Diploma -
Northwest Local Schools
Canal Fulton, OH
05-2017
Skills
Machine Operation
Cycle Time Reduction
Safety Procedures
Adaptability and Flexibility
Decision-Making
Time Management
Reliability
Attention to Detail
Team building
Problem-solving aptitude
Multitasking
Quality Control
Task Prioritization
Product Inspection
Teamwork and Collaboration
Active Listening
Goal Setting
Continuous Improvement
Effective Communication
Precision measurement
Interpersonal Communication
Inspection experience
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
Affiliations
Fishing and tinkering with anything with an engine.
Certification
Lamination Operator for ICL 2
Machine Operator for ICL 2
Product Assembler for ICL 2
Shape Mold Advance Operator for the Mold Complex
Pre-Expander Operator for the Mold Complex
Block Mold Operator for the Mold Complex
Timeline
Molding Machine Operator
Progressive Foam Technologies Inc.
09.2021 - Current
Automotive Technician
Waikem Honda
01.2019 - 06.2021
Automotive Technician Apprentice
AdvanceTech Auto Repair
06.2017 - 01.2019
Automotive Technician - Automotive Technology
R.G. Drage
High School Diploma -
Northwest Local Schools
Lamination Operator for ICL 2
Machine Operator for ICL 2
Product Assembler for ICL 2
Shape Mold Advance Operator for the Mold Complex
Pre-Expander Operator for the Mold Complex
Block Mold Operator for the Mold Complex
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