John Goodnight
Fulton
Summary
Professional tooling specialist with proven track record in managing tooling operations and optimizing production processes. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, leveraging expertise in precision machining, process improvement, and resource allocation. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments, with keen ability to meet changing industry demands efficiently.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tooling Manager
American Plastics
01.2018 - Current
- Led tooling design initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Oversaw maintenance schedules for tooling equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Implemented process improvements that increased tooling lifespan and reduced operational costs.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop new tooling solutions supporting product innovation.
- Established a preventive maintenance schedule, minimizing unexpected breakdowns and disruptions.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing feedback and coaching for improvement when necessary.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting regular maintenance on tools and equipment.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
Senior Mold Maker / Assistant Tooling Manager
Sioux Chief Manufacturing Company
07.2009 - 01.2018
- Programmed and operated CNC equipment to produce high-quality molds per specifications.
- Operated manual equipment to produce high-quality mold components per specification
- Collaborated with design teams to optimize mold designs and enhance production efficiency
- Assisted management in developing cost-effective strategies for mold production, contributing to company profitability.
- Trained junior mold makers on tool usage and best practices for improved output quality.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced production time while maintaining accuracy.
- Troubleshot molding issues, implementing corrective actions promptly to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
- Mastered multiple CAD software programs, efficiently translating design concepts into functional molds.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission Northwest High
Shawnee, KSSkills
- Workplace safety
- Machine operation
- Expert problem solving
- Team leadership
- Industrial safety
- Labor management
- CAD proficiency
- Project management
- Tooling design
- Precision machining
- Tool maintenance
- Troubleshooting skills
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved slower cycle time issues which led to faster cycle times and proficiency.
- Successfully rebuilt older molds to increase cycle times and reliability
- Collaborated with Scheduling Team to reduce number of mold sets
- Reduced labor cost by reducing the number of mold sets
- Created an active PM Program
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
Certification
- Mazak Turn / Turn with Milling Training - 2017
- Solidworks 3D Training - 2017
Timeline
Tooling Manager
American Plastics
01.2018 - Current
Senior Mold Maker / Assistant Tooling Manager
Sioux Chief Manufacturing Company
07.2009 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission Northwest High