George Hernandez Jr.
Downey,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional mechanical skills. Proficient in operating Flexography Presses and experienced second man in a Lithography Press.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Offset Press Operator Assistant
Lithographix Inc.
Hawthorne, CA
10.2016 - 01.2022
- Assisted press operator with makeready operations and maintenance to an eight color 38" Mitsubishi GCX double-decker gap less web press.
- Adjusted press parts such as side guides perforations, scores, jogging devices, folders and delivery mechanisms - as direct by press operator.
- Replaced rubber blankets and aluminum plates while web was still intact.
- Prepared plates, ink sequences and blankets while previous job was in production with a NASCAR style makeready - as direct by press operator.
- Adjusted the four ink distributor rollers to the plate for even ink coverage using hand tools.
Offset Press Operator Assistant
Lithographix Inc.
Hawthorne, CA
10.2006 - 01.2008
Offset Press Roll Tender
Penn Litho.
Cerritos, CA
05.2005 - 10.2006
- Assisted Press Operator with makeready operation and production on a Heidelberg 110 six color press with in-line finishing capabilities.
- Filled ink, anti-static constantly, checked P.H. and conductivity of dampening solution of press.
- Monitor ink flow and adjust settings accordingly to ensure consistent print quality.
- Adjust feeder mechanism to accommodate specified paper size or thickness.
Offset Press Operator Assistant
Huhtamaki
Los Angeles, CA
10.2004 - 04.2005
- Assisted Press-Operator with makeready operations and maintained 40" Komori web press.
- Washed press, cleaned ink fountain, maintained ink train rollers, used ink solvent to clean tray mechanisms on press.
- Inspect printed material for defects such as smudges, blurs and misalignments.
- Ensure that all safety procedures are followed when operating the press.
Flexo Press Operator
All Label Inc.
City of Industry, CA
01.2002 - 11.2002
- Operated Mark Andy 2200 - used to print designs, create lettering on rolls of plastic film, paper and non absorbent stock for use of labeling desired product.
- Checked print quality throughout the run and made necessary adjustments to maintain consistent results. Paid attention to detail such as ink skips, hickeys, proper die cutting and plate number to match color from job order.
- Communicated with supervisors about any concerns or issues arising during production runs.
Flexo Press Operator
Sealright Packaging Company
Commerce, CA
04.1998 - 07.2001
- Operated Mark Andy 4200 and Webtron 1600 Flexography Press.
- Used to print designs on rolls of flexible cardboard and aluminum film stock for job orders.
- Set up press with anilox rolls, plates, dies and inks according to job specifications.
- Performed daily maintenance activities on press equipment such as lubrication, checking tensioning systems.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow from start to finish of each job.
Education
Graphic Arts Technical Foundation Certificate -
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA01-2005
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School
Paramount, CA01-1997
Skills
- Color Management
- Press Maintenance
- Parts Lubrication
- Equipment Calibration
- Machine Operation
- Quality Control
- Safety Management
- Waste Reduction
- Flexographic Printers
- Strong Mechanical Aptitude
Timeline
Offset Press Operator Assistant
Lithographix Inc.
10.2016 - 01.2022
Offset Press Operator Assistant
Lithographix Inc.
10.2006 - 01.2008
Offset Press Roll Tender
Penn Litho.
05.2005 - 10.2006
Offset Press Operator Assistant
Huhtamaki
10.2004 - 04.2005
Flexo Press Operator
All Label Inc.
01.2002 - 11.2002
Flexo Press Operator
Sealright Packaging Company
04.1998 - 07.2001
Graphic Arts Technical Foundation Certificate -
Fullerton College
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School
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