Peter Castillo
Burleson,TX
Summary
Results-driven Mold Setter and Process Technician with a proven track record at Lasko, enhancing production efficiency through expert mold setup and proactive maintenance. Strong communication and troubleshooting skills led to reduced downtime and improved quality standards, ensuring timely job completion while adhering to safety protocols and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mold Setter/ Process Technician
Lasko
Fort Worth, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Set molds accurately for production runs ensuring quality standards.
- Operated injection molding machines to produce plastic components efficiently.
- Monitored machine performance and identified issues for timely resolution.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows.
- Maintained safety protocols while performing mold setup tasks.
- Assisted in training new staff on mold setting procedures and equipment usage.
- Conducted routine maintenance on molds and machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Enhanced production efficiency by setting and adjusting molds according to job specifications.
- Reduced downtime with proactive mold maintenance, including cleaning, greasing, and inspection.
- Ensured timely completion of jobs by managing multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail in mold setting tasks.
- Maintained organized record-keeping systems for tooling inventory, enabling quick access to required tools for efficient job setups.
- Ensured high-quality products by maintaining accurate mold settings and troubleshooting issues.
- Assisted with training new employees on proper mold setting techniques, ensuring consistent performance across the team.
- Maintained safe working conditions and followed proper operating practices and procedures to avoid injuries and accidents.
- Scanned and shrink-wrapped completed pallets to prepare shipments at dock.
- Transported pallets using material handling equipment.
- Answered alarms and troubleshot machine equipment to correct problems with hoppers, loaders, blenders, vision systems, and Thermolators.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime.
- Performed routine maintenance and replaced worn parts.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Hills High School
Fort Worth, TX05.2004
Skills
Strong communication skills
Safety protocols adherence
Continuous improvement mindset
Material handling capabilities
Mold setup expertise
Safety procedures
Machine operation
Multitasking
Reliability
Adaptability and flexibility
Equipment cleaning
Self motivation
Continuous improvement
Troubleshooting
Certification
.Injection Molding Quality
.Injection Molding Maintenance
Languages
English/ Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mold Setter/ Process Technician
Lasko
08.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
South Hills High School