Harold M. Livingston
California,KY
Summary
Accomplished Journeyman Pressman with expertise in offset printing and a strong commitment to quality control, honed at RR Donnelley. Proven track record in optimizing workflows and reducing waste, while fostering teamwork and collaboration to enhance production efficiency. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and proactive problem-solving abilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Pressman
Kumon North America
10.2020 - 07.2025
- Operated machinery according to safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Assisted in setup and calibration of production equipment for optimal performance.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Adjusted press settings for optimal performance and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot printing issues and implement solutions.
- Maintained accurate records of production output and material usage.
- Reduced waste and costs by meticulously inspecting final products for alignment, consistency, and color accuracy.
- Managed workflow through effective communication with supervisors and teammates regarding progress updates or concerns about projects.
- Proactively identified potential bottlenecks within the production process while implementing solutions to maintain optimal productivity levels without sacrificing quality standards.
- Collaborated with prepress team to identify potential issues before printing commenced, minimizing errors and reprints.
- Improved print quality by consistently monitoring press equipment, adjusting settings, and performing preventative maintenance.
- Consistently maintained clean working environment to ensure safety and proper functioning of equipment.
- Contributed to company''s sustainability initiatives by properly managing recyclable materials throughout the printing process.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Set up and operated printing press machines.
- Checked job information at each press to verify that correct ink was delivered.
- Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
- 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.
Journeyman Pressman
Arandell
04.2018 - 06.2020
- Operated various printing presses to produce high-quality printed materials.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Adjusted press settings for optimal performance and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot printing issues and implement solutions.
Journeyman Pressman
RR Donnelley
12.1998 - 2018
- Trained junior press operators on machine operation and safety protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance on printing equipment to minimize downtime.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and reduced waste.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement through pursuit of industry certifications and participation in relevant workshops or seminars.
- Optimized press performance by conducting regular calibration checks, ensuring accurate color matching across all printed materials.
- Ensured timely delivery of high-quality printed materials by closely following deadlines and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
- Completed urgent orders under tight deadlines while maintaining high standards for accuracy and consistency in printed materials.
- Assisted in training new press operators, sharing expertise on best practices for efficient operations and optimal results.
- Efficiently coordinated efforts between multiple departments for complex projects requiring collaboration among teams such as design, prepress, bindery, and shipping departments.
- Streamlined processes within the pressroom by identifying inefficiencies in workflows and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service through prompt responses to inquiries or concerns related to print jobs.
- Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
- Mixed and poured paint and color mixtures into reservoirs.
- Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
- Produced high-quality brochures, flyers, four-color artwork and mailers.
- Properly secured loads with security straps, covers and security seals.
- Maintained accurate records of production output and material usage.
- Reduced waste and costs by meticulously inspecting final products for alignment, consistency, and color accuracy.
- Contributed to the development of company-wide safety protocols, ensuring adherence to guidelines and minimizing workplace accidents.
- Managed workflow through effective communication with supervisors and teammates regarding progress updates or concerns about projects.
- Proactively identified potential bottlenecks within the production process while implementing solutions to maintain optimal productivity levels without sacrificing quality standards.
- Actively participated in team meetings and discussions, sharing valuable insights from experience as a journeyman pressman and collaborating on strategies for continuous improvement.
- Improved print quality by consistently monitoring press equipment, adjusting settings, and performing preventative maintenance.
- Consistently maintained clean working environment to ensure safety and proper functioning of equipment.
- Contributed to company''s sustainability initiatives by properly managing recyclable materials throughout the printing process.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Set up and operated printing press machines.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Checked job information at each press to verify that correct ink was delivered.
- Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
- Loaded and positioned unprinted materials.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
- 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.
- Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
- Applied appropriate packing sheets to cylinders to build up blanket of thickness.
- Operated various printing presses to produce high-quality printed materials.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Adjusted press settings for optimal performance and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot printing issues and implement solutions.
Education
General
Scott High School
Taylor Mill, KY05-1986
Skills
- Print finishing techniques
- Color management
- Workflow optimization
- Offset printing expertise
- Press operation
- Web press operation
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Color correcting
- Quality assurance
- Machinery inspection
- Waste reduction
- Environmental compliance
- Commercial press operation
- Skilled at printing press operation
- Press maintenance
- Skilled with electric pallet jacks
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safety awareness
- Material handling
- Decision-making
- Equipment cleaning
- Self motivation
- Product inspection
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Journeyman Pressman
Kumon North America
10.2020 - 07.2025
Journeyman Pressman
Arandell
04.2018 - 06.2020
Journeyman Pressman
RR Donnelley
12.1998 - 2018
General
Scott High School
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