Donald Manning

Duley Press

01.1998 - 06.2023

Utilized line gauges to examine printed cards for conformance to specifications.
Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
Set up and operated printing press machines.
Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
Checked job information at each press to verify that correct ink was delivered.
Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
Mixed and poured paint and color mixtures into reservoirs.
Applied appropriate packing sheets to cylinders to build up blanket of thickness.
Maintained register during make-ready and productions processes.
Inspected machines and performed repairs.
Promptly removed completed loads from press.
Loaded and positioned unprinted materials.
Produced high-quality brochures, flyers, four-color artwork and mailers.
Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
Scheduled preventive maintenance for book block equipment.
Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.