Brian Green
Meadville
Summary
Dedicated Extrusion Technician with over 20 years of experience in operating and maintaining extrusion machinery. Skilled in optimizing production processes and training new technicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards for successful outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Extrusion Technician
JM Eagle Manufacturing
Meadville, PA
08.2001 - Current
- Operated extrusion machinery to produce high-quality plastic pipe products.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to specifications and quality standards.
- Conducted regular maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained new technicians on machine operation and safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety.
- Collaborated with quality control teams to identify defects and implement corrective measures.
- Maintained accurate records of production outputs and equipment performance for management review.
- Led troubleshooting efforts during production disruptions, restoring operations swiftly and efficiently.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing extrusion equipment settings and conducting routine maintenance.
- Delegated production assignments to appropriate teams and personnel to utilize talents.
- Reduced waste generation with the meticulous inspection of raw materials and close attention to detail during production runs.
- Maintained accurate production records, ensuring proper documentation of process parameters and product specifications.
- Ensured adherence to workplace safety regulations by continually updating knowledge on relevant guidelines and incorporating best practices into daily routines.
- Oversaw production processes to determine quality control standards.
- Maximized output capacity through careful scheduling of machine runs, taking into account changeovers and downtime for maintenance activities.
- Trained junior technicians on extrusion processes, fostering a knowledgeable workforce capable of maintaining high-quality standards.
- Inspected materials and equipment to detect malfunctions.
- Coordinated daily activities of production and operation teams to maximize coverage.
- Changed out screens, dies, and inserts to fit different production needs.
- Took apart machinery, cleaned parts, and replaced damaged or worn out components.
- Started up and ran extrusion lines producing wide range of products for [Type] industry OEMs.
- Checked and correct pipe fits according to specifications.
- Troubleshot and corrected machine-related problems through proper equipment adjustments.
- Measured extruded products to identify imperfections, adjusting controls to adhere to project specifications.
- Operated multiple extrusion lines to extrude various tubes, wires, and structural shapes used in manufacturing of [Type] products.
- Followed formulas in weighing resins and other chemicals to maintain productivity requirements.
Overnight Stocker
Home Depot
Meadville, PA
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Organized and stocked merchandise on shelves for optimal customer accessibility.
- Collaborated with team to maintain inventory accuracy and reduce stock discrepancies.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport heavy products throughout the store.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on stocking procedures and safety protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cook County High School
Adel, GASkills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Raw material handling
- Tool maintenance
- Color matching
- Precision measurement
- Packaging procedures
- Extrusion expertise
- Punctuality
- Machine setup
- Data entry
- Documentation skills
- Production monitoring
- Equipment operation
- Extruder operation
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Forklift operations
- Blueprint reading
Certification
- Certified Forklift operator
Timeline
Overnight Stocker
Home Depot
05.2017 - 01.2019
Extrusion Technician
JM Eagle Manufacturing
08.2001 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cook County High School