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Christopher Bourne

Danville,VA

Summary

Print Press Operator with capacity to prioritize workloads and meet tight deadlines. Actively takes on special projects to assist other team members.

Flexible printing professional possessing excellent artwork layout, color scheme and design skills. Adept at interacting with clients, operators, vendors and supervisors to accomplish objectives and meet deadlines.

Technically and mechanically adept press operator with strong design and press education and training. 4 years in print press manufacturing, forklift operation and customer service.

Printing Press Operator proficient in setting up and operating 13-color printing presses.

Resourceful Printing Press Operator with a distinguished understanding of printing processes and various printer maintenance. Adept at cutting costs without sacrificing quality and streamlining the day-to-day organization. Committed to top-of-the-line products and service.

Skilled and reliable Printing Machine and Press Operator bringing positive attitude and strong safety and quality commitment to each project.

Detail-oriented Printing Press Operator with 4 years of experience. Adept at meeting long-term goals through the day-to-day organization and providing individualized services. Successful at SAP use and preventive maintenance.

Detail-oriented print press operations worker specializing in mounting plates, mixing inks and burning plates negatively and digitally.

Printing plant worker with broad knowledge of gravure, offset lithography, screen printing, flexography and digital and letter presses.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Printing Press Operator

Essel Propack
08.2019 - Current
  • Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Set up and operated printing press machines.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.

Team Leader

Blue Ridge Fiberboard
01.2017 - 08.2019
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
  • Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
  • Promoted high standards through personal example to help each member understand expected behaviors and standards.
  • Assisted in recruitment of new team members, hiring highest qualified to build team of top performers.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Held weekly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.

Auto Interior Specialist

Waller Upholstery Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2018
  • Managed the business along with taking care of all the bills and paying employees.
  • Trained employees to work at a fast pace wile producing great quality work
  • Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.
  • Worked closely with contractors and vendors to improve project coordination, completing projects on time and within budget.
  • Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
  • Devised project budgets to track expenses and avoid cost overruns.
  • I worked beside my employees as well making it a fun and safe work experience.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chatham High School
Chatham, VA
06.2008

High School Diploma -

Pittsylvania County Career And Technical Center
Chatham, VA
06.2008

Skills

  • Protective Equipment Knowledge
  • Job Specifications
  • Installation
  • Supply Management Expertise
  • Troubleshooting
  • SAP Recordkeeping
  • Image Editing Software
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Xerox FreeFlow Print Server
  • Ink and Related Materials
  • Strong Mechanical Aptitude
  • Minor Repairs
  • Ink Eradication
  • Time Management
  • Adobe Systems Adobe InDesign
  • Judgment and Decision-Making
  • Proof Checking
  • Waste Reduction
  • Critical Thinking
  • Tool Changing
  • Special Instructions
  • Superb Visual Acuity
  • Review Samples
  • Skilled with Electric Pallet Jacks
  • Press Maintenance Procedures Comprehension
  • Quality Assurance
  • Quality Standards
  • Writing
  • Printing Materials
  • Color Correcting
  • Safety Standards
  • Machinery Inspection
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Repairing
  • Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop
  • Coordination
  • Mathematics
  • Graphics Software
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Speaking
  • Hydraulic Press
  • Job Tracking Software

Certification

  • level 4 print press operator through Essel Propack

Timeline

Printing Press Operator

Essel Propack
08.2019 - Current

Team Leader

Blue Ridge Fiberboard
01.2017 - 08.2019

Auto Interior Specialist

Waller Upholstery Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2018

High School Diploma -

Chatham High School

High School Diploma -

Pittsylvania County Career And Technical Center
Christopher Bourne