Michael Begin
Summary
Hi, my name is Michael Robert Begin and I am looking to join an experienced group of hard working tool makers who work together and don't stop until the ultimate goal is met, which is customer satisfaction. I currently have 12 + years of experience in the Mold and tool making industry, specializing in Multi Color Rotary Plastic Injection Moldings. Also specialize in Machining, Welding/ Fabricating, customer relations and tryouts. Can also Handwork and do High Polishing lens work.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sole Proprietor
County Tool & Machine
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Developed strong professional relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Built a solid reputation in the industry through consistent delivery of excellent workmanship and professionalism.
- Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Custom Machine & Fabricating using various tools and machines
- Expertise in machining and fabricating using machines such as: Welders/ torches, Lathe Work, Mill Work, Surface grinders, Saws, Forklifts, Cranes, and all various hand tools.
Manager of Operations
Soft Suds Carwash
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Most Importantly Brought entire business back from years of slow business too years to follow and come of successful business relations with major dealership work throughout town of essex. Doing so through hard work, dedication, and customer relations.
Mold Maker, Service Calls & 1 Year of Leading
Absolute Tool Technologies
05.2014 - 05.2019
- Troubleshot molding issues, implementing corrective actions promptly to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
- Implemented strict quality control measures throughout the molding process, guaranteeing consistent results that exceeded client expectations.
- Mentored junior team members in advanced molding techniques, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Participated in cross-functional teams for new product development initiatives, providing valuable input from a mold-making perspective.
- Did Service calls for 2 years and experienced in Customer Relations, Processing issue found at tryouts. Traveled to U.S, Canada & Mexico for service calls in passed.
Mold Maker Apprentice & Mold Maker
Active Burgess Tool & Mold
05.2009 - 05.2015
- Received Mold Making certificate through schooling and work.
- Moved quick into working with a group and learning how molds are built assembled, all components and various types of plastic injection moldings
- worked on multicolor rotary tools, spotting components whole molds, fixing repairs, and anything that had to do with building, assembling and or fixing a plastic injection mold.
- also learned about manifolds, wired them and did high polish handwork
Education
J.D. - Mold Maker
St. Clair College
Windsor, ON04.2013
High School Diploma -
St. Anne Catholic High School
Tecumseh, ON06.2009
Skills
- Business Development
- Purchasing and planning
- Cost analysis and savings
- Small business operations
- Spotting and fitting of components at ease
- assembling/disassembling any type of mold at ease
- Customer Relations from previous try out experience and small business ownership
- Spot reflex
- Wire Manifolds/ ground compound valve pins
- understand and help fix processing issues at a tryout
- Logistics
- Operations Management
- Project Management
Languages
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Sole Proprietor
County Tool & Machine
01.2021 - 08.2023
Manager of Operations
Soft Suds Carwash
08.2019 - 01.2022
Mold Maker, Service Calls & 1 Year of Leading
Absolute Tool Technologies
05.2014 - 05.2019
Mold Maker Apprentice & Mold Maker
Active Burgess Tool & Mold
05.2009 - 05.2015
J.D. - Mold Maker
St. Clair College
High School Diploma -
St. Anne Catholic High School
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