Richard Powell
Providence,RI
Summary
Experienced Molder with expertise in manufacturing products. Highly organized and skilled in reading and drafting blueprints. Competent in use of all industry-standard equipment and machinery. Background includes operating in high-volume settings to prepare, operate and maintain blending machines. Familiar with producing products such as dyes, chemicals and explosive ingredients. Adept at inspecting and troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime and achieve production targets. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Mold Technician
Hope Valley Industry
Lincoln, RI
02.2014 - 07.2021
- Studied manuals and conditions to accurately determine prescribed temperature and time settings for each material and mold.
- Observed operations of automatic molding machinery to detect and correct jams or malfunctions.
- Measured, mixed and poured raw materials to create new molds.
- Used tools to cut, trim and shape molds daily.
- Accurately measured and blended materials according to specifications..
- Operated blending and other machinery safely and in conformance with manufacturer instructions.
- Accurately recorded operational practices and production data.
- Ran, inspected and repaired equipment and documented major issues for management review.
Package Operator
Reed Mill
Smithfield, RI
02.2013 - 12.2014
- Prepared orders for shipment by inserting associated paperwork, tagging boxes and scanning barcodes to upload package data to tracking system.
- Labeled, recorded and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
- Performed packaging tasks alongside team to demonstrate proper methods according to labor plan and assigned tasks.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Moved packages to loading area using lift equipment and conveyor systems.
- Used pallet jacks to safely move pounds of product and materials.
Machine Operator
Personal Concept
Lincoln, RI
06.2010 - 11.2013
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics for production runs.
Maintenance Technician
Kingston Hospital
Kingston, Jamaica
03.2000 - 10.2010
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Installed new locks, door handles and door closers.
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Jago High School
Spanish Town Jamaica06.1990
Skills
- Calibration and Adjustments
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Safe Work Practices
- Best Manufacturing Practices
- Data Recording
- Work Orders
- Equipment Safety
- Mold Remediation
- Basic Tools
Affiliations
- Volunteer at my church, Truth Pentecoastal, as a youth group coordinator
- Assisted in organizing a group for the 2012 Pancreatic Cancer Walk
Timeline
Mold Technician
Hope Valley Industry
02.2014 - 07.2021
Package Operator
Reed Mill
02.2013 - 12.2014
Machine Operator
Personal Concept
06.2010 - 11.2013
Maintenance Technician
Kingston Hospital
03.2000 - 10.2010
High School Diploma -
St. Jago High School
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