extrusion technician

Organizational development: reengineering and/or optimization of business and manufacturing process in a context of constant and rapid change.Performed requirements analysis and implemented various continuous improvement and quality assurance programs (Kaizen  SMED  Etc.).Recruited, developed and built a top-performing production and management team (8 foremen under my direct supervision).Implemented an ongoing education program (planned and delivered employee training workshops).Fostered and maintained a positive and collaborative work environment. Reinforced synergy between production crews.Provided first level organizational and operational support to senior management team and department managers (sales, marketing, accounting, etc.).

◘Ensured smooth day-to-day running of the R&D department, design department and tool-making department:Budget planning and preparation  Cost controlTechnology watch  R&D activity follow-upDetermination of the cost price  Client relationship managementDesigned and rolled-out the company’s strategic development plan.Increased productivity and reduced operating costs in a significant manner through custom tool design and extrusion process standardization. Adapted, calibrated and/or upgraded production units to meet sales orders.

◘Started the business and established the operating and business structure.Developed several major accounts:Trinity (China)  A+G  Technoplast (Austria)Proplastix  And many moreContributed to the commercial success and profitability of our clients:Improving manufacturing unit performance Reengineering manufacturing processesSignificantly improving finished product qualityDeveloping and standardizing high-speed extrusion tools (next generation)Reducing set-up time and improving lifespan of manufacturing tools and systems

◘Responsible for the design and machining of specialized tools in European and North American customer facilities:Setting parameters  Test run  Fine tuning

Ensured smooth and effective operation of the tooling department:Supervised personnel (12)  Planned workload Produced, tested and calibrated tools and diesResearched and developed new productsProvided technical support to manufacturing departmentIdentified and resolved technical problems (troubleshooting)Responsible for inventory control and supply managementDesigned and produced high-performance tools in use as of this day.