Experience

None

• Real Estate
• 700 & Above Employee

• Retired Training Coordinator / Process Specialist

  • Feb 2022 - Present



amhil north america

• Canada
• Packaging & Containers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Process Specialist

  • Nov 2021 - Feb 2022

  Duties include:• Coordinate training: Create training packages for various operations positions, perform training, and maintain the training matrix.• Tooling Setup Training: Provide practical training to inexperienced operators on all aspects of tooling changes.• Tooling Setup Procedures: Creation and validation of written procedures and work instructions for complete tooling changes.• Jib Crane Training: provide theory & practical training, and certification for jib crane operators.• Procedures and Work Instructions: Create, validate, and audit WIs and procedures for the following tasks - o Production line startupo Production line shutdowno Production line daily audit formso Production line clearanceo Jib crane inspection recordso Jib crane lift planso Jib crane training presentationo Secondary procedures for tooling changes (tool leveling, thermolator draining, cam cleaning and inspection)o Thermoformer safety deviceso Complete production line overview, details, components, and troubleshooting guides (individual by component)• Troubleshooting: Adapt operating parameters, resolve electrical, mechanical or controls issues to assist operators during operation.• Continuous Improvement: Analyze current systems for inefficiencies, create detailed reports for suggested improvements and perform adjustments and equipment changes where applicable.• Work Order Creation: Generate work orders for repairs and/or modification of equipment as required.• Quality Control: Perform QC audits at the start of each shift. Show less

• Process Technician

  • Sep 2019 - Nov 2021

  Duties include:• Tooling Setup: Removal & installation of thermoforming tools, configuration of various machine components.• Tooling Setup Training: Provide practical training to inexperienced operators on all aspects of tooling changes.• Tooling Setup Procedures: Creation and validation of written procedures and work instructions for complete tooling changes.• Jib Crane Training: provide theory & practical training, and certification for jib crane operators.• Procedures and Work Instructions: Create, validate, and audit WIs and procedures for the following tasks - o Production line startupo Production line shutdowno Production line daily audit formso Production line clearanceo Jib crane inspection recordso Jib crane lift planso Jib crane training presentationo Secondary procedures for tooling changes (tool leveling, thermolator draining, cam cleaning and inspection)o Thermoformer safety deviceso Complete production line overview, details, components, and troubleshooting guides (individual by component)• Troubleshooting: Adapt operating parameters, resolve electrical, mechanical or controls issues during operation.• Maintenance: Initiate machine repairs & improvements, including emergency repairs while cycling machinery. Repair or replace damaged equipment where necessary.• Preventative Maintenance: Perform PM to line and support equipment as required. Suggest improvements to PM schedule where warranted.• Continuous Improvement: Analyze current systems for inefficiencies, create detailed reports for suggested improvements and perform adjustments and equipment changes where applicable.• Work Order Creation: Generate work orders for repairs and/or modification of equipment as required.• Operation: Startup and operation of thermoforming machinery, including process changes.• Quality Control: Perform QA testing on a frequent basis (top load, leak and dimensional spec) and adjusting machinery as required to meet specs. Show less



Shepherd Thermoforming

• Canada
• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Setup Technician

  • Jun 2015 - Sep 2019

  Duties included: • Tooling Setup: Removal & installation of thermoforming tools, configuration of various machine components. • Maintenance: o Initiate machine repairs & improvements, including emergency repairs while cycling machinery. o Repair or replace damaged equipment where necessary. o Order replacement parts, ensure adequate consumables stock. o MIG welding. • Preventative Maintenance: Perform PM to line and support equipment as per PM schedule. • Operation: Startup and operation of thermoforming machinery. • Shipping: Load/unload trailers. Ensure correct forms are filled out and signed by required parties. Show less



Amhil Enterprises

• Plastics Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Process Technician

  • May 2009 - Jun 2015

  Duties included: • Tooling Setup: removal & installation of thermoforming tools, configuration of various machine components • Troubleshooting: adapt operating parameters, resolve electrical, mechanical or controls issues during operation • Maintenance: initiate machine repairs & improvements, including emergency repairs while cycling machinery. Repair or replace damaged equipment where necessary • Preventative Maintenance: perform PM to line and support equipment as per PM schedule. Suggest improvements to PM schedule where warranted • Continuous Improvement: analyze current systems for inefficiencies, create detailed reports for suggested improvements, perform adjustments and equipment changes where applicable • Installation: assist with installation of new or upgraded equipment • Operation: startup and operation of thermoforming machinery, including process changes • Quality Control: perform QA testing on a frequent basis (crush, leak, and dimensional spec), and adjusting machinery as required to meet spec Show less



Husky Injection Molding

• Technical Support Specialist

  • May 2007 - Nov 2008

  • Phone and Email Support: immediate customer support (troubleshooting), parts queries, warranty requests• SIFs (Service Issue Forms): investigation, resolution, info requests to onsite Service Engineers• Injection Machine Recertification: assemble, modify, rebuild, and test injection machines• Documentation: generate service procedures regarding a variety of topics, for both in-house staff and customers• Phone Support for Parts Center: parts queries, warranty requests, assistance with customer support• Coordination between Call Center offsite staff and engineering• Travel to customer sites: machine tune-up (disassemble, repair, and reassemble hydraulic systems, followed by parameter adjustment to improve the speed of a customer’s IMM), customer training (machine operation and maintenance procedures), machine upgrades (install and test various upgrades on customers’ systems)• Training: provide Call Center and BAAN training to various Husky personnel Show less

• HyMET Lab Technician

  • Aug 2005 - May 2007

  Machine operation: install and setup both known and new molds, set up auxiliary equipment (EOAT, trim press, thermolators, hotrunner controllers, etc.), adjust parameters, and operate machine in test or production modeMaintenance: perform preventative maintenance, diagnose and repair issues with the equipment, and plan & add modifications to molds and/or machinesAssembly: coordinate with Engineering division to plan and implement new projects, assemble molds & hotrunners from drawings, and provide feedback to Project Leads Troubleshooting: assess and diagnose issues with equipment, coordinate with Project Leads regarding parts and required timeframes, perform necessary repairs, and test results for functionalityQuality control: perform QC checks on finished parts including dimensional specs, impact testing, microstructure analysis, and surface finishDocumentation: generate master setup sheets, modify existing setup sheets, and provide written feedback of projects to Engineering division Show less



Atlantic Pools Inc

• Mold Maintenance Technician

  • Sep 1995 - Oct 2004

  Mold maintenance: diagnose and repair damaged molds, place orders for replacement parts, clean and polish molds, and maintain order in the toolroom Machine operation: install and setup both known and new molds, set up auxiliary equipment, adjust parameters, train operators for quality checks and production runs, and operate machine in production mode Maintenance: perform preventative maintenance, diagnose and repair issues with the equipment, and modify existing equipment when required Material handling: coordinate with management regarding required materials, supply material to machines, blend colorants, and transfer finished product to warehousing facilities Quality control: perform quality checks on finished product including fit, finish, opacity, and UV tolerance Documentation: document QC check results, generate master setup sheets, modify existing setup sheets, and document shift issues with regards to machinery, molds, and/or quality of product Show less