James Mullins
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Dedicated print professional with history of meeting company goals by utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Experienced PrePress Manager with over 38 years of experience in printing and technology. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Hardworking and driven to work quickly and effectively on projects in all types of environments. Reliable, determined employee seeking technology position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Prepress Manager
Dixie Labels, LLC
Chattanooga, TN
04.2005 - Current
- Provided remote troubleshooting and support for users.
- Communicated regularly with customers concerning data exchange and technology integration.
- Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop, coordinate and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision, mission and purpose.
- Produced high-quality brochures, flyers, four-color artwork and mailers.
- Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
- Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Saved $100,000 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
Prepress Manager
Graphics National
Chattanooga, TN
04.1984 - 03.2005
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
- Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
- Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
- Produced high-quality brochures, flyers, billboards, four-color artwork and mailers (100,000+).
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Supervised work of employees to keep on task for timely completion.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment. Maintained cameras, film, plate making and computer to plate technology.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Tennessee Temple University
Chattanooga, TN08.1983
Skills
- Digital print equipment operation
- Color correcting
- CTP process knowledge
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Decision Making
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Self-Motivated
- Leadership
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
Accomplishments
Led Dixie Labels to a computer to plate work flow
Instrumental in Dixie Labels becoming G7 and GMI certified
Helped develop a digital work flow for a HPWS6600 Digital Press
Designed labels for products
Timeline
Prepress Manager
Dixie Labels, LLC
04.2005 - Current
Prepress Manager
Graphics National
04.1984 - 03.2005
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Tennessee Temple University
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