- Name, title and how long you’ve been at Specialty Manufacturing Co.
Justin Howlett, almost five years, Lead Injection Molding Set-Up Tech.
- What is your role at the company, and what does a typical day look like for you?
A typical day includes ensuring all presses are running good parts and ensuring all set-up techs are aware of any mold changes happening. I also do sampling of new molds as needed.
- What aspects of our culture do you find most rewarding or unique?
I really like the flexibility to modify my schedule as needed around my kids.
- What is a project you’ve worked on that you are proud of?
I’m currently working on getting the new molds for the Culligan project approved and running.
- Is there a colleague or mentor who has had a significant impact on your career?
Joe Morrick and Glenn Coleman have helped me improve my processing and machine maintenance skills. They have also started teaching me bench changes.
- What advice would you give to someone starting a career in manufacturing?
Be patient and open minded because you will never stop learning.
- If you could switch roles with someone at Specialty for a day, what role would you want to try?
I’d like to try to do more bench changes, working with the tool room.
- What’s something about you that most people at the company might not know?
My house is a zoo! We have 2 dogs, 2 cats, and a guinea pig.
- Outside of work, what are your hobbies or interests?
I enjoy going on hikes with my family and playing with my kids.
- Favorite place you’ve visited?
Point Mugu State Park, California
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