James LaRovera

203-***-**** ad1lpm@r.postjobfree.com WATERBURY, CT 06708-1514

SUMMARY

Skilled press operator with strong background in fast-paced manufacturing environments working with different materials. Reliable worker comfortable working alone or with team members to move materials, complete production runs and inspect final products. Knowledgeable about machine operation, maintenance requirements and basic repairs. SKILLS

Blueprint Interpretation

Production Monitoring

Preventive Maintenance

Machinery Cleaning

Operation Monitoring

Material Selection

Chemical Solution Safety

Measurements and Calculations

Flexible Schedule

Component and Machine Calibration

EXPERIENCE

Press Operator, Uititec, May 2012-January 2019

Watertown, CT

Understood and followed oral and written directions. Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Manual punch car and medical parts.

Ensure that all safety regulations are followed while operating machinery. Troubleshoot mechanical problems using hand tools and gauges. Follow written instructions from supervisor regarding production jobs to be completed. Maintain detailed logs of work performed including timesheets and materials used. Cleaned and lubricated presses and components using oil, solvents and rags. Verified dimensions of work piece and made adjustments if necessary. Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues. Kept machines running at peak efficiency to meet demanding production targets. Examined completed pieces to check for defects and sorted items according to identified flaws.

Adhered to company and OSHA safety procedures to protect team members, products and equipment.

Press Operator, Stewart EFI LLC, February 2006-April 2012 Thomaston, CT

Monitor and adjust the speed of the machine according to the type of material. Inspect and test materials for defects .

Adjust pressure settings on press to ensure proper. Troubleshoot mechanical problems using hand tools and gauges. Ensure that all safety regulations are followed while operating machinery. Follow written instructions from supervisor regarding production jobs to be completed Perform maintenance tasks such as lubricating moving parts or cleaning presses after use. Operated progressive presses to produce materials to customer specifications. Verified dimensions of work piece and made adjustments if necessary. Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues. Press Operator, Penn Union, March 1997-August 2005 Ansonia, CT

Ran vibrating machines.

Connected insulation on electrical parts

Assisted with set up.

Inspected for defective product.

Monitor and adjust the speed of the machine according to the type of material. Perform minor repairs to machines as needed.

Record information such as number of impressions made during shift. Maintain detailed logs of work performed including timesheets and materials used. Perform maintenance tasks such as lubricating moving parts or cleaning presses after use. Troubleshot press when product defects occurred and immediately remedied issues. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

High School Diploma

Ansonia High School, Ansonia CT June 1973

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