Erik Matheny

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About Erik Matheny

Erik J. Matheny Proffesional Summary Senior Technical Director 25+ years’ experience in sewing and hook and eye industry. International trained in Philippines, Japan and Switzerland to operate and modify new high speed industrial sewing machines and ultra-sonic cutting equipment. Determined and Dedicated worker. Great command of mechanical and technical fundamentals. work experienceIdeal Fastener Incorporated Senior Technical Director Mar – Present Solve technical issues with sewing and ultrasonic machinery. Constantly reevaluating processes and modifying equipment to improve on manufacturing output. Hire and train all new employees from entry level to supervisor, using in depth knowledge of the industry. Apply critical thinking and agile problem solving in fast past environment to meet customer needs and improve manufacturing procedures. Work and sustain relationships with worldwide suppliers to procure and maintain various machinery and equipment. Work with team to present new product ideas to varies industry leading customers to acquire new business ventures. Supervising technical staff, conducting performance reviews, and promoting overall employee growth and development. Develop and patent new products and procure new machinery to manufacture innovative product sold worldwide. Oversea entire manufacturing process and implement new operations for employees to sew and package product efficiently. Taylor Bedding Head Technician Sep – Mar Maintain and repair industrial machinery used to manufacture mattresses. Preform production worker functions including prepping & assembly of mattress based on specifications requirements, box spring frame building, final assembly, and covering. Instruct employees and analyze work for defects and provide solutions to fix problems. Stayfast Inc Head Technician Jun 1993 – Sep Recognize operator mistakes, provide feedback and training to correct operator’s performance and improve skill level. Work on sewing machines including single needle, double needle, surger and bartacker. Thread machines, adjust tensions and eye of needle. Identify stitching defects and repair machine to preform properly. Inspect finish goods to ensure all quality standards are meet. awards and additional skills Ability to take apart and rebuild small engines and maintain equipment to keep performance at its best.