Joseph Holt
Rathdrum,ID
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Process Engineer focused on optimizing operations and driving efficiency. Skilled in leveraging analytical abilities and innovative solutions to enhance productivity while ensuring quality standards are met. Committed to contributing to a company recognized for excellence and integrity, with a goal of delivering impactful results in a collaborative environment. Ready to apply expertise in process improvement to support organizational growth and success.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Plastic Injection Molding Engineering Manager
North Idaho Precision Molding
09.2021 - Current
- Evaluated vendor proposals to ensure high-quality materials were sourced at competitive prices while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.
- Optimized resource allocation, effectively managing budgets and manpower for multiple simultaneous projects.
- Presented progress reports to executive leadership, demonstrating success in meeting project milestones on time and within budget constraints.
- Streamlined communication between departments by establishing regular meetings, improving collaboration on complex projects.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Managed crisis situations, quickly implementing solutions to address unexpected challenges and maintain project momentum.
- Streamlined communication channels, ensuring clear and timely updates between departments and with external partners.
- Implemented robust quality assurance protocols, elevating product standards and customer satisfaction.
- Optimized resource allocation to meet project deadlines, effectively managing budgets and minimizing waste.
- Drove successful completion of key projects, coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure high-quality materials at cost-effective prices, positively impacting profit margins.
- Enhanced project delivery efficiency by leading cross-functional teams to streamline development processes.
- Established and conducted quality control programs to verify construction projects met required quality standards.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to keep material costs within set budgets.
- Enhanced overall team productivity with continuous training and mentoring of junior engineers.
- Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Managed risk assessments during project planning phases, proactively mitigating potential issues before they arose during execution stages.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to identify client needs and develop customized engineering solutions.
- Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
- Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
- Coordinated selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs.
- Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
- Performed concurrent design, manufacturing and engineering, reducing time required to bring products to market.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
- Coordinated with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with industry standards, mitigating risk and reinforcing brand integrity.
- Developed comprehensive risk management framework, identifying potential issues early and devising effective mitigation strategies.
- Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns.
- Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
Engineering Manager
Vision Plastics
01.2012 - 09.2021
- Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
- Enhanced overall team productivity with continuous training and mentoring of junior engineers.
- Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Managed risk assessments during project planning phases, proactively mitigating potential issues before they arose during execution stages.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to identify client needs and develop customized engineering solutions.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by encouraging the sharing of ideas, leading to increased creativity and problem-solving capabilities within the team.
- Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
- Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
- Coordinated selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs.
- Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
- Performed concurrent design, manufacturing and engineering, reducing time required to bring products to market.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Coordinated with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with industry standards, mitigating risk and reinforcing brand integrity.
- Developed comprehensive risk management framework, identifying potential issues early and devising effective mitigation strategies.
- Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns.
- Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.
- Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
Process Engineer
CF Plastics Inc.
02.2010 - 01.2012
- It was my responsibility to oversee Engineering processes, including but not limited to: new product introduction, tool design and review, materials testing, EOT design and automation programming. I also have to oversee cell layout, process optimization and quality monitoring. I am also responsible for machine building and any other processes that the owners task me with.
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance overall process capabilities, ensuring market competitiveness.
- Coordinated with suppliers to resolve raw material issues affecting production schedules.
- Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean methodologies.
- Participated in project reviews to enable ongoing status tracking and reporting.
- Implemented standardized work instructions, enhancing operator understanding of critical tasks and improving workflow consistency.
- Identified bottlenecks in the production line through capacity analysis studies, increasing overall throughput rates as a result.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
- Coached newly hired employees and interns while observing progress and delegating tasks.
- Improved process safety by conducting hazard assessments and implementing risk mitigation measures.
- Managed capital projects for the installation of new equipment or modifications to existing systems, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
- Created process simulations to test operational outcomes without causing service disruptions.
- Supported new product development efforts through scale-up activities from pilot-scale testing to full-scale production implementation.
Process Engineer
Poly-Cast Inc.
12.2006 - 02.2010
- It was my responsibility to oversee the Engineering processes, including but not limited to: new product introduction, tool design and review, materials testing and ordering, EOT design and automation programming. I also had to oversee cell layout, process optimization and quality monitoring. I spearheaded new technology testing and implementation. I supervised a team of 9 Process Technicians. I am trained in Lean Manufacturing processes.
Process Engineer
Nypro Oregon
10.2005 - 12.2006
- It was my responsibility to oversee the Engineering processes, including but not limited to: new product introduction, tool design and review, materials testing and ordering, EOT design and automation programming. I also had to oversee cell layout, process optimization, RJG cavity pressure curve set up and quality monitoring systems. I spearheaded new technology testing and implementation which included mucell and liquid silicone injection molding. I supervised a team of 12 Process Technicians.
Process Technician/Engineer
Poly-Cast Inc.
04.2003 - 10.2005
- My duties included but were not limited to new product introduction, tool design and review, automation programming as well as set up and process optimization. I also transferred a 100 part program from Moll Industries when they closed their business. I was trained here in Lean Manufacturing processes.
Process Technician/Shift Supervisor
Moll Industries
09.2001 - 04.2003
- It was my responsibility to oversee the entire manufacturing floor, as well as set up, process and optimize production jobs as needed. My duties also included automation programming and handling customer and employee relations.
Process Engineer/Shift Supervisor Secondary Operations Manager
C-Tech Plastics
04.1999 - 08.2001
- I performed all of the duties of a Process Engineer and Day shift supervisor, including hiring and reviews. I set up machines and optimized processes as needed and the last year that I was there, I was promoted to Secondary Operations Manager. In this position, I oversaw all secondary operations and personnel. This included, but was not limited to, sonic welding, assembly lines, pad printing and CNC stitching machines.
Process Engineer
Tri-Quest Plastics
11.1991 - 04.1999
- I performed all of the duties of a Process Engineer, as noted in the above descriptions. I programmed automation and set tools as needed. I taught the GE Share the Knowledge program and oversaw the Safety Committee and Education team.
Education
Plastic Engineering
Linn-Benton Community College
Albany, OR01.1995
High School Diploma - undefined
McMinnville High School
McMinnville, OR01.1991
Skills
20 years of experience in plastic injection molding
- Extensive experience in process engineering
- 12 years of supervisory leadership
- Robotics setup expertise
- SPC Certified
- Share the Knowledge certified instructor
- Experience with ISO certifications
- Certified Automated assemblies and Wittman programming
- Skilled in optimizing processes through Lean Manufacturing
- Trained with RJG E-Dart system
- Extensive training in Scientific molding
- IMM machines worked with: Cincinnati, Arburg, Engel, Nestal, Toyo, Boy, Mitsubishi, Toshiba, Sumitomo, Vertical, Rotary Table, Two Shot, Mucell, Gas Assist, Foam molding, liquid silicone injection molding
- Skilled in working with diverse material types, including rubber and thermosets
- Organizational strategy development
- Product engineering design
- Manufacturing expertise
- Proposal creation
- Regulatory compliance (ISO, ITAR, etc)
- Manufacturing
- Budgeting & estimating
- Design evaluations
- Design optimization
- Project coordination
- Product development
- Design review
Timeline
Plastic Injection Molding Engineering Manager
North Idaho Precision Molding
09.2021 - Current
Engineering Manager
Vision Plastics
01.2012 - 09.2021
Process Engineer
CF Plastics Inc.
02.2010 - 01.2012
Process Engineer
Poly-Cast Inc.
12.2006 - 02.2010
Process Engineer
Nypro Oregon
10.2005 - 12.2006
Process Technician/Engineer
Poly-Cast Inc.
04.2003 - 10.2005
Process Technician/Shift Supervisor
Moll Industries
09.2001 - 04.2003
Process Engineer/Shift Supervisor Secondary Operations Manager
C-Tech Plastics
04.1999 - 08.2001
Process Engineer
Tri-Quest Plastics
11.1991 - 04.1999
High School Diploma - undefined
McMinnville High School
Plastic Engineering
Linn-Benton Community College
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