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Howard Forbess

Pontotoc,MS

Summary

Press Operator with extensive experience at CCL Label, skilled in operating diverse machinery including Heidelberg and KBA Flexo Press. Proven track record in quality control and production monitoring, fostering teamwork and maintaining high standards. Adept at troubleshooting press issues, ensuring timely project completion while upholding safety protocols.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Press Operator

CCL Label
10.2021 - Current
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
  • Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the department through constructive feedback and proactive problem-solving efforts.
  • Promptly removed completed loads from press.
  • Assembled and adjusted press parts to print products in accordance with customer specifications.
  • Maintained accurate records of completed jobs, including relevant data such as run times, material usage, and any issues encountered during production runs.
  • Troubleshot press malfunctions and performed necessary repairs to restore functionality.
  • Currently operating 40 inch Rotogravure press

Press Operator

Design Group
02.2019 - 09.2021
  • Followed safety protocols to reduce operating risks on press machinery.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing workload and communicating progress updates with supervisors or team leads as needed.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness throughout the workspace, adhering to established guidelines for equipment care and maintenance procedures.
  • Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
  • Operated diverse printing presses, namely a 40in KBA Flexo Press, to produce high-quality printed material within tight deadlines

Press Operator

Commercial Appeal
02.1993 - 02.2019
  • Managed inventory of printing supplies, proactively ordering necessary materials to prevent production delays or downtime.
  • Performed thorough inspections of printed materials to guarantee consistent quality and adherence to client specifications.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating closely with fellow team members while maintaining a professional attitude and strong work ethic.
  • Operated diverse printing presses, to include a 6 color sheet fed offset press as well as a folder, cutter, stitcher and direct mail inkjet to produce high-quality printed material within tight deadlines
  • Adjusted press settings and monitored ink flow to foster optimal results.

Education

Munford High School
Munford, TN

Skills

  • Machine operation including Heidelberg, Mitsubishi, KBA Flexograph, Polar Cutter, Folder, Stitcher, Direct Mail InkJet
  • Quality control
  • Production monitoring
  • Press troubleshooting

Timeline

Press Operator

CCL Label
10.2021 - Current

Press Operator

Design Group
02.2019 - 09.2021

Press Operator

Commercial Appeal
02.1993 - 02.2019

Munford High School

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