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Andrew Skoog

Overland Park,KS

Summary

Prompt and courteous professional that can adapt in a variety of environments. Work independently or as a team member with excellent customer, co-worker, and service skills. Responsible, thorough with an eye for detail. Printing Press Operator proficient in setting up and operating 10-color printing presses. Technically and mechanically adept with strong design and press education and training. 10+ years in print press manufacturing, forklift operation and customer service.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pest Control Technician

Blue Beetle Pest Control
07.2024 - Current
  • Applied pesticides to inside and outside of structures utilizing company protocols.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism, maintaining a clean appearance and courteous demeanor while interacting with clients.
  • Educated and advised customers on preventive measures to reduce pest infestations.
  • Conducted property and building walk-throughs to assess conditions, identify infestations, and isolate sources.
  • Eliminated pest infestations by accurately identifying pests and applying appropriate treatment methods.
  • Strengthened relationships with commercial accounts through attentive service and consistent communication regarding treatment progress.

Large Format Digital Press Operator

Gill Studios Inc.
01.2022 - 07.2024
  • Adapted quickly to changes in technology within the industry, staying current on best practices related to digital press operation techniques.
  • Maximized efficiency by creating custom profiles for specific media types used frequently in production runs.
  • Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistency in finished products, meeting or exceeding client expectations.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable contracts for printing materials and equipment maintenance services.
  • Operated various digital printing presses, producing consistent results across multiple machines.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Trained new employees on digital press operation, sharing expertise to improve overall team performance.

Printing Press Operator

Plastic Packaging Technologies
04.2019 - 12.2022
  • Set up and operated printing press machines.
  • Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities, quickly identifying and resolving issues that arose during production runs.
  • Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
  • Improved color consistency across print runs by conducting thorough quality control checks.
  • Enhanced printing efficiency by performing regular maintenance and troubleshooting on printing press equipment.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
  • Reduced waste materials by optimizing job layouts and closely monitoring press performance.

Printing Press Assistant

Robbie Manufacturing
05.2016 - 04.2019
  • Assist Press Operator in preparing press for print jobs, including, loading anilox, ink, film, etc
  • Check ink viscosities consistently to ensure color consistency
  • Remove finished film off the machine and prepare it for shipment
  • Load film onto the machine and prepare it for splicing
  • Ensure that end of shift duties is complete for a smooth transition for the next shift
  • Maintain inks and solvents throughout runs
  • Cleaning and maintenance of the machine, including, breaking down, cleaning, and reassembling chambers as needed, cleaning pumps, ink spills, decks, and anything else to maintain a clean and hazard free working environment
  • Kept accurate records of job details such as run lengths, color specifications, paper stock used, which facilitated seamless communication between departments.
  • Contributed to the continuous improvement of printing processes by providing feedback and suggestions during team meetings.
  • Promoted teamwork among colleagues by proactively offering assistance with heavy lifting, loading/unloading materials, or other tasks as needed.

Sales Associate/Framer

Michaels Arts & Crafts
07.2013 - 07.2014
  • Assisting the Framing Manager in planning the production of orders, placing material orders and maintenance of the frame shop as well as taking orders, providing exceptional customer service and the production of orders
  • Certified Bronze Level Framer
  • Cash register operations and related customer service duties
  • Monitors activities in the front of the store and secures Michaels assets including cash, checks, media and merchandise
  • Ensure key marketing initiatives such as: bounce back coupons, email collection, and brochure handouts

Cell phone technician/Shipping/Receiving/Supervisor

New Wireless
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Received packages and sorted out by brand names and entered into the database
  • Troubleshoot cellular phones and shipped phones to different original equipment manufacturer based on brand of phone
  • Shipped cell phones to manufacturers or customers
  • Trained new employees and oversaw operations

Stage Hand

Branson Variety Theater
04.2004 - 05.2006
  • Set up the scenery, lights, sound, props, rigging, and special effects for production
  • Worked with props, equipment and scenery which involve heavy lifting, stage setting knowledge and construction skills
  • Concessions; cash handling
  • Worked with stage electricians, helping to set up lights and other duties
  • Worked with sound engineers to make sure sound systems are working

Stage Hand

Lawrence Welk Theater
01.2002 - 01.2004
  • Set up the scenery, lights, sound, props, rigging, and special effects for production
  • Worked with props, equipment and scenery which involve heavy lifting, stage setting knowledge and construction skills
  • Concessions; cash handling
  • Worked with stage electricians, helping to set up lights and other duties
  • Worked with sound engineers to make sure sound systems are working

Education

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

JCCC
OP, KS
08.2014

Skills

Dependable and reliable

Pest Removal

Safety Protocols

Chemicals handling

Valid [State] driver's license

Adaptable

Equipment Maintenance

Chemical Handling

Equipment and tools

Communicative and articulate

Safety precautions and procedures

Strong math skills

Certification

  • Certified Digital and Large Format Digital Printing Press Operator, Gill Studio - 2022 - current

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Pest Control Technician

Blue Beetle Pest Control
07.2024 - Current

Large Format Digital Press Operator

Gill Studios Inc.
01.2022 - 07.2024

Printing Press Operator

Plastic Packaging Technologies
04.2019 - 12.2022

Printing Press Assistant

Robbie Manufacturing
05.2016 - 04.2019

Sales Associate/Framer

Michaels Arts & Crafts
07.2013 - 07.2014

Cell phone technician/Shipping/Receiving/Supervisor

New Wireless
01.2007 - 01.2009

Stage Hand

Branson Variety Theater
04.2004 - 05.2006

Stage Hand

Lawrence Welk Theater
01.2002 - 01.2004

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

JCCC

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