This resume is for Loren G. Pedlar II, who has over a decade of experience in silicone injection molding. He has processed over 1,000 tools ranging from prototypes to high-volume production tools. Pedlar possesses expertise in mold design, process troubleshooting, throughput improvement, and cleanroom practices. He is seeking a challenging role where he can apply his expertise and continue expanding his skill set.
1. L o r e n G . P e d l a r I I
(612) 812-0987 1405 3rd Street NE
lpedlar44@icloud.com Buffalo, MN 55313
L S R P r o c e s s i n g S p e c i a l i s t
Dedicated and ambitious Process Engineer has acquired more than a decade of silicone
injection molding experience. Candidate possesses expertise regarding high-low challenges,
OQ/PQ protocols, mold design, process troubleshooting and throughput improvement.
Prolific specialist has processed more than a thousand tools, ranging from single cavity
prototypes to 128-cavity, high-volume robotic demolding production tools. Loyal professional is
additionally familiar with Class 10,000 cleanroom practices in ISO-13485/FDA-registered medical
manufacturing environments. Seeking a captivating, challenging role to apply expertise and
continue to expand skill set.
LSR/HCR Silicone Processing OQ/PQ Validation Molding Parameter Processing
Pad Printing Experience Tool Design Review
Blueprint Reading Post-Molding/Assembly Cell Setup
C A R E E R H I S T O R Y
Sil Pro, LLC 2006 – 2015
Delano, MN
Senior Manufacturing Engineer 2013 – 2015
Developed and implemented new mold processes from initial trials through production
release; acted as mold design resource for new products/improvement of existing tools;
resolved existing mold quality and performance issues.
Analyzed legacy processes, determining areas of quality/throughput improvement and
supporting production staff through implementation.
Conducted high-low challenges and DOEs to optimize molding performance;
completed new part OQ/PQ protocols.
Production Manager 2011 – 2013
Tracked shop floor orders and ensured consistent OTD of 99%+; evaluated individual
operator performances and applied necessary corrective actions to tools, processes
and/or individual operations.
Actively participated in mold design reviews, ensuring consistent utilization of optimal
mold build approaches.
Evaluated staffing levels to maintain effective customer support and decrease
manufacturing costs; oversaw line supervisors in completion of daily tasks and special
projects.
Line Supervisor 2007 – 2011
Evaluated individual job performance via hourly production tracking; corrected any
quality or throughput performance deficiencies.
Scheduled personnel on 30 varied processes per shift; coordinated shift setups.
Identified demand and ordered consequent mixed silicone compounds per shop
specifications.
Molding Operator 2006 – 2007
Operated numerous, differing silicone injection molding machines and production
processes.
2. Developed optimal motion patterns, consistently maintaining/exceeding production
rates; inspected all produced materials for quality assurance.
Supported resolution input for production issues; identified tooling issues including
damage, wear, and fill problems.
O t h e r P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E
Sonus Interiors 1998 – 2006
Commercial Building Interior Contractor
Carpenter/Installer
E d u c a t i o n & T e c h n i c a l S k i l l s
Scientific Molding, LIMS/LSR Process Optimization, IM Solutions (2011)
Sodick Machines Training Certificate (2010)
Specialized Procan CT Processing & Setup Training Certificate, BOY Machines (2006)
MS Word & Excel Scientific Molding
References Gladly Provided Upon Request