Mold & Process Technician with Maintenance Expertise

DAVID C FORD

Concord, NC ***** 704-***-**** *******@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Seeking a position that will challenge my skills and allow for growth within the company.

Multi-tasking Mold Technician & Process Technician successful in managing day-to-day production line processes and troubleshooting Injection Molding Systems. Outstanding drafting talents to coordinate and perform preventive maintenance on production equipment.

WORK HISTORY

Mold Technician 10/2024 - Current

Mueller Water Products – Cleveland NC

•Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving mold-related issues

•Performed Preventative Maintenance on Injection Molds

•Replaced worn or damaged tooling

•Change over molds to different part configurations

•Cleaned and polished as needed

•Increased overall efficiency through proper documentation of mold repairs and modifications

•Enhanced mold quality by performing routine maintenance and cleaning of molds

•Safeguarded the workplace by adhering to safety regulations and protocols during all tasks

Machine Operator 02/2023 - 07/2024

Pactiv Evergreen – Mooresville, NC

•Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately

•Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task

•Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications

•Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements

•Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date

•Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams

•Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product

•Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication

•Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes

•Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation

•Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures

•Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery

Process Technician 02/2018 - 12/2022

Berry Global – Monroe, NC

•Analyzed all processes and identified all fundamental issues and assisted in appropriate resolutions

•Safeguarded areas from possible equipment fires and notified safety manager regarding job hazards

•Completed daily housekeeping tasks to keep operations compliant and ready for audits

Process Technician (Company downsized) 10/2017 - 01/2018

Wilbert Plastic Services – Harrisburg, NC

•Start up and process IM presses to produce quality product

•Worked with RJG, and EDart in production of product

•Worked with Vann Dorn, Mitsubishi, Sumitomo IM presses

•Worked with Sepro Robots, minor program changes, installed end arm tooling.

Process Technician (Company downsized) 02/2017 - 10/2017

Otto Environmental Systems – Charlotte, NC

•Start up and process IM presses used in the production of quality product

•Worked with Haitian, Mitsubishi, Krauss, Maffei presses

•Worked with Sepro Robots

Supervisor/ Process Technician 10/2014 - 02/2017

Locust Plastics – Salisbury, NC

•Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments

•Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals

•Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions

•Conduct employee training in equipment operations or work and safety procedures, or assign employee training to experienced workers. Keep records of employees' attendance and hours worked

•Maintain operations data, such as time, production, and cost records, and prepare management reports of production results

•Confer with management or subordinates to resolve worker problems, complaints, or grievances

•Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products

•Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly

•Set up and adjust machines and equipment

Process Technician 09/2013 - 10/2014

CTL Packaging – Dallas, NC

•Inspect finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications

•Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures

Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity

•Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance

Process Technician/ CNC Machinist 09/2010 - 10/2013

Aerotek Staffing Agency – Huntersville, NC

•Used Micrometers, calipers, height & depth gages, run-out gages

•ID & OD Mics, bore gages to ensure accurate product is machined

•Set-up & operate plastic injection molding presses

•Hang molds, bolt in knock-out rods, connect water-lines & hydraulic lines

•Input process & make adjustments to produce correct parts

•Troubleshoot process as needed

•Minor maintenance on machines

•Have worked with Arburg, Demag, Cincinnati Milacron, Toshiba, Toyo, Oima, BMB, Ube, Roboshot and Vista IM Presses ranging from 15t - 3000t

•Have worked with gas-assisted molds, hot runner systems and various materials

CNC Machinist 09/2007 - 04/2009

Ingersol Rand Mocksville – Mocksville, NC

•Load raw materials into production equipment; unload finished goods from production equipment

•Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts

•Inspect cutting tools using precision measuring instruments and replace worn tools if needed

•Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary

•Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers

•Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces

•Adjust offsets during program execution; monitor results against programmed values

•Replace cutting tools according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage

Process Technician/Production Supervisor 12/1999 - 11/2007

Tyco – Greensboro, NC

•Optimized production processes by analyzing statistical data from SPC charts and making necessary adjustments

•Provided technical support to production personnel regarding equipment operation and maintenance procedures

•Analyzed product samples for conformance with specifications using various testing methods and instruments

•Operated and monitored advanced manufacturing equipment

•Inspected parts prior to shipment for accuracy against customer drawings or specifications

CNC Machinist 05/1993 - 11/1997

Musgraves Machine & Tools – Mocksville, NC

•Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators

•Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers

•Conduct regular preventive maintenance activities on assigned machines; document results accordingly

•Inspect cutting tools using precision measuring instruments and replace worn tools if needed

•Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications by measuring with appropriate instruments

•Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts

•Ensure that safety procedures are followed while operating the CNC Machinery

•Adjust offsets during program execution; monitor results against programmed values

•Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces

•Utilize manual machining techniques when required; complete projects within allotted time frames.

•Supervise junior staff members; provide guidance on proper use of machines

•Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning and grinding

•Load raw materials into production equipment; unload finished goods from production equipment

•Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity

•Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials

•Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets

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