Christopher Lynn Nance
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Adept at enhancing productivity and print quality, my tenure at Maketing.com saw me spearhead preventative maintenance and process optimizations, significantly reducing costs. Skilled in offset printing and problem-solving, I excel in fostering team efficiency and minimizing waste, embodying adaptability with a keen eye for detail. Printing Press Operator proficient in setting up and operating 4-color printing presses. Print Press Operator with capacity to prioritize workloads and meet tight deadlines. Actively takes on special projects to assist other team members.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Pressman
Maketing.com
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Improved efficiency with thorough preventative maintenance checks and routine equipment inspections.
- Optimized press performance through precise calibrations of pressure settings, roller adjustments, and blanket alignments.
- Conducted daily inventory audits to maintain accurate records of consumables used during the printing process.
- Proactively identified opportunities for process improvements to increase overall productivity while reducing costs.
- Assisted in training new team members on company procedures, equipment operations, and safety protocols to foster a productive work environment.
- Contributed to cost savings by minimizing waste materials through careful monitoring of press runs and proper adjustment of press parameters.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently troubleshooting mechanical issues and coordinating timely repairs.
- Enhanced print quality by adjusting ink fountains and performing regular press maintenance.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Set up and operated printing press machines.
- Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
- Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
- Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
Forklift Operator
Raine Recruiting
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
2nd Pressman-1st Pressman
American Spirit Graphics
06.2014 - 07.2021
- Enhanced print quality by performing routine maintenance and cleaning on printing press.
- Assisted in training new team members, thereby improving overall team performance and efficiency.
- Streamlined production processes by implementing lean manufacturing techniques for reduced waste.
- Collaborated with prepress department to ensure accurate layouts, resulting in fewer errors during production runs.
- Performed regular preventative maintenance tasks such as lubricating bearings, inspecting rollers and gears, replacing worn parts, thereby reducing the likelihood of unplanned downtime.
- Assisted 1st Pressman with plate mounting, ensuring proper alignment for accurate image reproduction on final product.
- Monitored ink levels and performed necessary adjustments, maintaining optimal print quality throughout each job run.
- Continually expanded knowledge base regarding latest industry trends and technology advancements, enabling the company to stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.
- Set up and operated printing press machines.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Loaded and positioned unprinted materials.
- Inspected machines and performed repairs.
- Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
- Maintained register during make-ready and productions processes.
- Applied appropriate packing sheets to cylinders to build up blanket of thickness.
Education
GED -
DMACC
Des Moines, IA08.2012
Skills
- Safety Procedures
- EPA Regulations
- First Aid Training
- Gravure printing
- Prepress Knowledge
- OSHA Compliance
- Printing Techniques
- Hazardous waste management
- Color Management
- Waste Reduction
- ISO Standards
- Plate Mounting
- Offset Printing Expertise
- Strong attention to detail
- Quality control inspection
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Digital print equipment operation
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Roller setting
Timeline
1st Pressman
Maketing.com
01.2024 - 07.2024
Forklift Operator
Raine Recruiting
08.2022 - 12.2023
2nd Pressman-1st Pressman
American Spirit Graphics
06.2014 - 07.2021
GED -
DMACC
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