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Gerardo Preciado

West Haven,CT

Summary

Results-driven Ink Technician Lead with a track record at Brook & Whittle, excelling in waste reduction and inventory management. Demonstrated leadership by training teams and enhancing workflow efficiency. Proficient in project management involvement and customer service, achieving color matching ahead of schedule, while ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Ink Technician Lead (Narrow Web)

Brook & Whittle
Saint Louis, MO
01.2024 - 06.2025
  • Maintained accurate inventory of varnishes, adhesives, scents, and additives across two buildings.
  • Implemented procedures that reduced ink waste through effective reworking processes.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, safety protocols, and departmental practices.
  • Completed customer-requested color drawdowns by specified due dates.
  • Collaborated with QC department to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Facilitated transition to new color quality programs to enhance consistency.
  • Supported heat transfer and digital printing operations, optimizing workflow capacity.
  • Monitored ink inventory levels to ensure availability of sufficient supplies.

Ink Technician Lead (Narrow Web)

Brook & Whittle
Guilford, CT
04.2023 - 01.2024
  • Supervised a team of 8 ink technicians in 24/7 PressHall production environment.
  • Ordered various varnishes, applications, and adhesives per established minimum and maximum thresholds.
  • Implemented waste reduction strategies and ink recycling procedures, training employees on compliance.
  • Monitored press approvals to ensure quality standards were met.

Ink Technician (Wide Web)

Siegwerk
Bristol, PA
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Ensured compliance with QC standards by delivering solvent-based inks to ink room.
  • Organized and maintained inventory for efficient access to press materials.
  • Troubleshot ink and printing issues on press to minimize downtime.
  • Collected ink samples from press to maintain an updated standard database.

Ink Technician Lead (Narrow Web)

Brook & Whittle
Guilford/Branford, CT
12.2020 - 11.2022
  • Achieved color matching and troubleshooting on Press, minimizing downtime.
  • Surpassed training expectations, matching and mixing colored ink one month ahead of schedule as Ink Technician Lead.
  • Enforced safety procedures to maintain a secure work environment and high product quality.
  • Implemented waste reduction strategies, minimizing waste and protecting business assets.
  • Conducted training demonstrations for new employees, fostering confidence and skill development.
  • Collaborated with Brook and Whittle customers during product approval processes.
  • Monitored equipment inventory, ensuring timely reordering for operational efficiency.
  • Managed inventory of varnishes, whites, process colors, enhancing resource availability.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hamden Healthcare
Hamden, CT
11.2020 - 07.2021
  • Assisted over 20 patients each shift with feeding, bathing, dressing, and exercise tasks.
  • Monitored and recorded patient vitals, including blood pressure and temperature.
  • Supported nurses and doctors while caring for an average of 10 patients per shift.
  • Fostered positive atmosphere for patients during family visiting hour restrictions due to Covid-19.
  • Maintained patient privacy by adhering to all hospital policies and HIPAA regulations.

Certified Nursing Assistant/Supplier

GoldenHill Rehab Pavilion
Milford, CT
11.2019 - 11.2020
  • Supported multiple patients daily with daily living activities, including dressing and feeding.
  • Designed and implemented engaging, developmentally appropriate activities each day.
  • Administered adjunct care, including enemas, dressings, and basic treatments for patients.
  • Monitored patient vitals and recorded data to maintain comprehensive knowledge of patient conditions.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless communication regarding patient needs.
  • Ordered and stocked necessary medications and supplies to prevent shortages.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Haven High School
West Haven, CT

Skills

  • Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
  • Project management
  • Data input and collection
  • Customer service
  • Leadership
  • Troubleshooting
  • Fluent in English and Spanish
  • Ink formulation
  • Color matching
  • Employee training

Hobbies and Interests

  • Languages
  • Sports
  • Food
  • Cultural events
  • Travel
  • Podcasts

Timeline

Ink Technician Lead (Narrow Web)

Brook & Whittle
01.2024 - 06.2025

Ink Technician Lead (Narrow Web)

Brook & Whittle
04.2023 - 01.2024

Ink Technician (Wide Web)

Siegwerk
11.2022 - 04.2023

Ink Technician Lead (Narrow Web)

Brook & Whittle
12.2020 - 11.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hamden Healthcare
11.2020 - 07.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant/Supplier

GoldenHill Rehab Pavilion
11.2019 - 11.2020

High School Diploma -

West Haven High School

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