Process Technician & Lead Specialist in Injection Moting/Manufacturing

Kevin Mclean

Nicholasville, KY *****

**************@*****.***

+1-859-***-****

Professional Summary

# Immense flexibility with great attention to detail

# Sound leadership abilities with ability to follow direction well

# Impressive performance with challenging tasks in dynamic environments Willing to relocate to: Lexington, KY

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Process Technician

McKechnie Vehicle Components/ Creative Liquid Coatings July 2013 to June 2025

• Read, interpret and run complex processes

• Assist with creation and building new processes from experience.

• Liaise with plant management and multiple customers.

• Integrate customer processes with internal manufacturing process requirements and best practices to maintain or increase efficiency, reduce scrap, and meet manufacturing goals.

• Experience building and adjusting part specific EOA’s.

• Manage programs for multiple robot machinery:

1. 3 axis Star

2. 3 axis We Tech

3. 3 axis Yushin

4. 3 axis Sepro

5. 6 axis Fanuc

6. 3 axis Ranger

• Manage process functions with multiple press types, including: 1. VanDorn ( 1100 tons, 800 tons, 500tons )

2. Cincinnati ( 1000 tons, 2200 tons, 220 tons )

3. Toshiba ( 390 tons, 500 tons, 310 tons, 190 tons) 4. Borche ( 350 tons, 200 tons )

5. Husky ( 170 tons)

6. Engel ( 90 tons)

7. Demag ( 110 tons )

• Operate multiple process screens, including:

1. Pathfinder 5000

2. V21

3. V10

4. Camac 486C

• Implement processes using auxiliary equipment, such as Mold Masters, valve gate units, hot runner boxes and RJG

• Assist with materials handling and other manufacturing activities as needed.

• Operate diverse plant machinery, including 5 ton overhead crane and forklifts.

• Increased responsibility within the company overtime, including: 1. Lead technician

2. Interim supervisor responsibilities

3. Resin handling

4. Mold setting

5. Quality control

6. Press operation

• Process operation with multiple materials, including poly pro, TPO, ABS, PC/ABS, GTX, Nylon, and Alloy PC/ABS

• Operated and maintained process equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols

• Monitored production processes, identifying and resolving any issues or abnormalities in a timely manner

• Performed routine inspections and tests on equipment to ensure proper functioning and prevent breakdowns

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex technical problems and implement effective solutions

• Developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for various processes, improving efficiency and consistency

• Conducted regular audits of production lines to identify areas for improvement in productivity or cost reduction

• Trained new employees on process operations, safety procedures, and best practices

• Maintained accurate documentation of all activities performed, including equipment logs, maintenance records, and production reports

• Utilized statistical analysis tools to analyze data trends and make data-driven decisions for process optimization

• Collaborated with engineering teams on the design and implementation of new processes or modifications to existing ones

• Assisted in the development of preventive maintenance schedules for equipment to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency

• Implemented continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Six Sigma methodologies to streamline processes and reduce waste

• Optimized process parameters through rigorous experimentation resulting in XX% increase in overall product yield

• Reduced cycle time by XX% through implementation of lean manufacturing principles

• Led a team of technicians in troubleshooting complex machinery issues resulting in XX% decrease in downtime

• Identified cost-saving opportunities through analysis of material usage patterns resulting in annual savings of $XX

• Collaborated with R&D teams to scale up new processes from lab-scale to production, ensuring smooth transition and successful implementation

• Developed and delivered training programs for operators on new process technologies and equipment upgrades

• Maintained inventory levels of raw materials and supplies, coordinating with procurement department as needed

• Participated in safety meetings and actively promoted a culture of safety among team members Education

High school or equivalent

Cornerstone Christian correspondence school

Skills

• Overhead cranes

• Quality Inspection

• IATF 16949:2016

• Hydraulics

• Plastics extrusion

• Troubleshooting schematics

• Plastics production experience

• Basic math

• Problem-solving

• Quality Control

• Injection molding machines

• Factory experience

• Time management (10+ years)

• Management

• Precision measuring instruments (10+ years)

• Machining

• Injection polymer

• Visual inspection for quality control

• DevOps

• Technical writing

• Assembly

• Key Performance Indicators

• Hand tools

• Telecommunications cable splicing

• Press operation

• PPAP

• Fanuc

• Warehouse experience (3 years)

• Production scheduling

• Construction

• Manufacturing

• Packaging

• Injection molding

• Safety regulations

• Leadership

• Electrical experience (1 year)

• Forklift

• Mechanical troubleshooting

• Safety management experience within manufacturing industry

• Manufacturing engineering

• Operations optimization in engineering (1 year)

• Pallet jack

• Kaizen

• Manufacturing company experience

• Pneumatic systems

• Microsoft Office (3 years)

• Managing production or assembly teams - Largest production or assembly team managed (16-20 team members)

• Calipers

• Materials Handling

• Automotive manufacturing plant experience

• Root cause analysis

• Mobile devices

• Supervising experience

• Data governance

• Report writing

• Outdoor work

• Forming process implementation

• Practicing in an industrial or manufacturing engineering role

• Power tools

• Coiled steel

• Material feeders

• Fastening

• Teamwork

• Quality assurance

• Six Sigma methodology implementation

• Box truck

• Machine operation

• Visual inspection for machinery troubleshooting

• Automotive parts quality management

• Custom plastic extruder

• New product launch experience

• Conveyor belts

• Quality assurance within automotive industry

• Compression extruders

• Truck driving

• Team management

• Quality control sampling

• SAP Manufacturing (10+ years)

• Carpentry

• Project management

• Safety standards in production

• Climbing

• Implementing lean manufacturing processes - Projects implemented using lean manufacturing processes (3-5 projects)

• Polymers experience in materials engineering

• 5S

• Continuous improvement (10+ years)

• Equipment calibration

• Technical troubleshooting support

• Process Improvement

• Programmable logic controllers

• Plastics injection molding (9 years)

• Capacity planning

• Sensors

• Industrial dryers

• Robotics

• Technical documentation

• Equipment diagnostics

• EPA

• Communication skills

• Safe work practices

• Microsoft Word

• Defect detection (quality control)

• Injection (injection molding)

Languages

• English

Certifications and Licenses

Forklift Certification

Certified Production Technician (CPT)

Additional Information

• Immense flexibility with great attention to detail.

• Sound leadership abilities with the ability to follow direction well.

• Impressive performance with challenging tasks in dynamic environments.

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