BO GRIMES
Bowling Green
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team based and independent capacities. Brings strong work ethic and and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin a new challenge with a successful team Skilled Flexographic Printing Press Operator with background in managing and maintaining high-speed flexographic printing presses. Strengths include knowledge of ink mixing, color matching and quality control, with an emphasis on efficiency and waste reduction. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues quickly, ensuring minimal downtime. Instrumental in achieving consistent print quality while adhering to strict production schedules.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Flexographic Printing Press Operator
Multi Color Corporation
Bowling Green
05.2022 - Current
- Inspected materials to be printed for defects.
- Troubleshot machine malfunctions as needed.
- Cleaned and maintained anilox rollers according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Adjusted printing pressure, speed and tension for print quality.
- Analyzed customer requirements and adjusted settings accordingly.
- Assisted in loading film cylinders onto the press units.
- Followed production schedule and met deadlines efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment around the press.
- Prepared ink mixing formulas according to job specifications.
- Loaded rolls of material onto spindles and threaded into the press.
- Performed daily maintenance on flexographic printing presses.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while operating machinery.
- Checked finished products for any defects or imperfections in prints.
- Calibrated color register systems on the press.
- Reported any irregularities or issues with machines to management personnel.
- Adhered to safety protocols when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Monitored printing process for consistent quality output.
- Checked accuracy of colors using densitometers, spectrophotometers.
- Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
- Used hand tools to make small repairs and regularly clean printing presses.
- Inspected random paper samples during print runs to confirm accurate ink and paper type.
General Assembler
GM Bowling Green Assembly
Bowling Green
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Efficiently planned and paced my work in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or production objectives.
- Was able to identify and report defective materials and equipment to the shift supervisor.
- Had an excellent attendance record and was always on time for work.
- Operated machinery in accordance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Followed detailed instructions when assembling complex components.
- Adhered to all company policies and safety regulations while performing work duties.
- Adjusted machine settings to ensure proper operation of equipment.
- Provided feedback to supervisors about ways to improve the assembly process.
Circulation Assistant
Bowling Green Daily News
Bowling Green
01.2008 - 01.2022
- Delivered newspaper and various other publications to customer locations.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Earned a reputation for good attendance and hard work.
Delivery Driver
United Furniture And Appliances
Bowling Green
02.2009 - 07.2011
- Pulled and reviewed daily customer tickets to successfully fulfill orders.
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
- Delivered rush merchandise on tight schedules to meet customer targets.
- Contacted customers prior to orders to schedule deliveries.
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
- Unloaded packages from box trucks for delivery to customers, taking care to prevent damage to merchandise and goods.
Education
Business Management - Some college (No degree)
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KYHigh School - 2006
Bowling Green High School
Bowling Green, KYSkills
- Planning and coordination
- Computer proficient
- Data analysis
- Customer service
- Operational improvement
- Skilled multi-tasker
- Data entry
- Customer service-oriented
- Business operations
- Works well independently
- Problem resolution
- Flexographic printing
- Machine troubleshooting
- Press maintenance
- Color calibration
- Production scheduling
- Quality inspection
- Ink mixing
- Safety compliance
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Process improvement
- Equipment operation
- Substrate handling
Timeline
Flexographic Printing Press Operator
Multi Color Corporation
05.2022 - Current
General Assembler
GM Bowling Green Assembly
04.2022 - 06.2022
Delivery Driver
United Furniture And Appliances
02.2009 - 07.2011
Circulation Assistant
Bowling Green Daily News
01.2008 - 01.2022
Business Management - Some college (No degree)
Western Kentucky University
High School - 2006
Bowling Green High School
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