Norman Doten
Clearwater,FL
Summary
Experienced molding technician with 30+ years in injection molding, machine setup, troubleshooting, and quality control. Known for equipment calibration, cycle time reduction, accurate records, and reliable teamwork to keep production running smoothly.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Molding Technician
Adjust-A-Brush
03.2011 - Current
- Set up molding equipment and verified machine settings for consistent part production.
- Monitored molding cycles and adjusted processes to maintain product quality.
- Inspected molded parts for defects and removed nonconforming pieces from production.
- Troubleshot machine issues and coordinated repairs to reduce downtime.
- Maintained molds, fixtures, and auxiliary equipment for reliable operation.
- Troubleshot equipment issues to reduce downtime and production delays.
- Documented daily production activities, ensuring accurate record-keeping for future reference and analysis.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new technologies as they were introduced into the workplace environment.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance on production equipment to help maintain durability and functionality of each machine.
Injection Molding Technician
Polymatics Plastic Processing
06.2008 - 03.2011
- Set up injection molding machines, dies, and material feeds for production runs.
- Monitored cycle performance and adjusted temperature, pressure, and timing for part consistency.
- Inspected molded parts for defects, flash, and dimensional accuracy using gauges and visual checks.
- Troubleshot machine, mold, and process issues to restore stable production quickly.
- Improved overall production efficiency by streamlining injection molding processes and implementing best practices.
- Ensured workplace safety by strictly adhering to company protocols and industry regulations during all operations.
- Applied quality control skills by inspecting cured products for defects, assigning grades and removing unacceptable items.
Molding Machine Operator
Dyna Tech Plastic
06.1991 - 06.2008
- Set up molding machines, selecting correct molds, materials, and production settings.
- Monitored machine cycles and adjusted parameters to maintain consistent part quality.
- Inspected molded parts for defects, rejecting nonconforming pieces before packaging.
- Troubleshot equipment issues, coordinating repairs to minimize production interruptions.
- Recorded production data, waste, and downtime to support process improvement efforts.
- Maintained a safe working environment by strictly following safety guidelines and procedures during machine operation.
- Improved product quality by monitoring and adjusting molding machine settings according to specifications.
- Managed material supply needs for the molding department by communicating inventory status promptly to relevant teams.
Education
High School Diploma -
Platt High School
Meriden, CTSkills
- Process improvement
- Quality procedures
- Hot runner systems
- Mold assembly
- Material properties
- Injection molding techniques
- Molding process optimization
- Mold temperature control
- Cycle time reduction
- Quality standards
- Machine troubleshooting
- Mold maintenance techniques
- Toolroom equipment
- Collaborative work
- Multitasking
- Material packaging
- Production logistics
- Product packaging
- Mold operation
- Machine maintenance
- Reliability
- Self-motivation
Timeline
Molding Technician
Adjust-A-Brush
03.2011 - Current
Injection Molding Technician
Polymatics Plastic Processing
06.2008 - 03.2011
Molding Machine Operator
Dyna Tech Plastic
06.1991 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Platt High School