Joseph J. Katona is seeking a position as an Injection Molding Process Technician or Supervisor with over 28 years of experience in injection molding of various plastic resins. He has worked with many types of injection molding machines and has knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity, automated part pickers, and mold decoupling. Currently he is a Senior Process Technician where he performs setups, optimizations, process development, and ensures quality parts are produced. He has several certifications in plastics behavior, composition, and injection molding techniques.

1. Joseph J. Katona
5087 Burma rd.
Kimball, MI 48074
Phone: (810) 824-4534
Cellular: (810) 292-2676
E-mail: katonaj@live.com
OBJECTIVE: Seeking Injection Molding Process Technician / Supervisor Position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently hold 28 years of experience in Injection molding of various types of plastic resins. I have
worked with a number of various types of different manufacturers of single and 2 shot molding machines
including: Engel, Ube, Demag, Van Dorn, Cincinatti Milicron, HPM, Natco, Farrel, Beloit, Battenfeld,
Arburg, Kraus Maffie, Impco, Husky, Sandretto, Fanuc,Toyo, Boy, JSW and Toshiba. I have good
knowledge in hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, automated part pickers and mold decoupling. I utilize the
RJG methods of injection molding for the most efficient and cost effective processes.
EDUCATION:
1972-1985: Diploma - Bendle Schools, Burton MI.
1985-1986: 2 semesters of electronics at ITT Tech.
September 1993: Management Training course at Mott Community College.
March 2008: Certificate of Achievement for Plastics Behavior & Composition course.
July, 2014: Certificate of Acheivement for RJG’s Systematic Molding Training course.
October, 2014: Certificate of Acheivement for RJG’s Master Molder I Training course.
EMPLOYMENT:
2013-Present: Senior Process Technician, OMEGA PLASTICS
Performance of setups, optimization and process development of new and older tools using RJG
methodology. Work with toolmakers and quality to ensure the best quality parts being made before
production release. Perform material samples and create first piece for operators before part runs for
production. Monitor press performance and process verification during runs. Perform clean room
protocols whenever required.
2010-2013: LVP Process Technician, PTI ENGINEERED PLASTICS
Setup and run prototype injection molds according to order quantities per job ticket. Make changes to the
process where needed to ensure the best possible parts for the customer. Complete order then move on to
the next job ticket. May be called upon to assist on the molding floor on occasion. All processes are based
on RJG methods of injection molding. Adhere to clean room protocols as required if job is applicable.
2008-2010: Process Technician, DOTT INDUSTRIES
Troubleshoot and process 24 molding machines tonnage ranging from 150 to 1400 tons using platable
grade ABS materials. In charge of startups, shutdowns and monitoring scrap along with cycle efficiencies.
Must perform supervision duties on occasion.
2006-2008: Process Technician, PLASTECH ENGINEERED PRODUCTS
Perform Startups, Shutdowns, Trouble shooting and complete monitoring of all scrap and cycle time
efficiencies on the shop floor. Documentation of all changes are required along with process
improvements. I oversee 42 molding machines tonnage ranging from 150 to 1500 tons and 7 assemblies.
2004-2006: Molding Supervisor, DOTT INDUSTRIES
Oversee and process 22 molding machines tonnage ranging from 150 to 1000 tons using platable grade

2. ABS materials. In charge of assigning daily duties to a workforce of 30 individuals maintaining
efficiencies as well as proper housekeeping.
2001-2004: Process Technician, VENTURE
Decouple, trouble shoot and process injection molds for tryout purposes that include new production tools,
prototypes and engineer changes.
2000-2001: Molding Supervisor, MAYCO PLASTICS
Oversee and process large tonnage machines ranging from 700 to 3000 tons. Responsible for a crew of
around 30 people ensuring production efficiencies and proper housekeeping.
1997-2000: Molding Supervisor, GP PLASTICS
Oversee and process 11 to 23 molding machines tonnage ranging from 50 to 1000 tons. In charge of
assigning daily duties, maintaining efficiencies and housekeeping.
1994-1997: Molding Supervisor, MOLD MASTERS Co.
Oversee and process 17 molding machines tonnage ranging from 50 to 1500 tons. In charge of assigning
daily duties, complete setup and maintenance of all machines and auxilliary equipment.
1988-1994: Die Setter, VENTURE
Started at entry level as machine operator and advanced to Die Setter. Changed injection molds in 1100 to
3300 ton presses.
1986-1988: Fabricator, SOROC PLASTICS
Fabricated custom jobs as ordered by customers out of various plastic sheet
stock and tubing. Also ran vacuum forming machines and made patterns.