JASON HOLLITT
Altoona,PA
Summary
Experienced Operator with hands-on experience operating and maintaining Koenig & Bauer wide-web flexographic printing presses in a high-speed production environment. Skilled in complete press setup and make-ready, monitoring production runs, and making real-time adjustments to color registration, and print quality. Experienced in performing press-side quality inspections, troubleshooting production issues, minimizing waste and downtime, and maintaining consistent product quality throughout long press production runs. Strong understanding of press maintenance,cleaning,lubrication,safety procedures, and production requirements. Dependable,detail oriented, committed to producing high-quality finished products while maintaining safe and efficient press operations
Overview
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1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Press Operator
MULTI-COLOR CORPORATION
Tyrone, PA
06.2023 - Current
- Operated printing presses to produce high-quality labels and packaging materials.
- Ran press to produce product to customer specifications while maintaining quality, waste control, and press efficiency.
- Maintained consistent quality during production run by checking copy, color, registration, and ink adhesion, along with all other required quality standards.
- Set up press machines according to job specifications and production schedules.
- Completed make-ready using job ticket and product specification documents to select correct print cylinders, inks, substrates, tooling, and anilox rollers.
- Executed press make readies efficiently to ensure smooth production runs.
- Monitored printing processes for consistency and color accuracy during production runs.
- Adjusted machine settings to ensure optimal performance and print quality.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and ensure reliability.
- Executed equipment maintenance duties to ensure reliable press operation and minimize downtime.
- Supported printing press operations by following plant and corporate safety rules, procedures, and guidelines.
- Reported safety concerns and equipment issues to the immediate supervisor.
- Maintained clean, safe work area through daily housekeeping assignments.
- Completed procedures, work instructions, quality measurements, equipment maintenance, plate cylinder and ink pan cleaning, press lubrication, and accurate Globetek entries for material usage and time.
- Input all required information into the GlobeTek system for material usage and time in an accurate and prompt manner.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance overall production efficiency.
- Inspected finished products for defects or quality issues before shipping.
- Troubleshot the press when product defects occurred and immediately remedied the issues.
- Train new employees in safe operation procedures for printing presses.
- Perform maintenance tasks such as lubricating moving parts or cleaning presses after use.
Press Operator
Offset Paperback
Dallas, Pennsylvania
12.2021 - 2023
- Managed printing press operations to deliver quality labels and packaging materials.
- Configured press machines according to job requirements and production timelines.
- Monitored print runs to ensure consistency, color accuracy, and production standards.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance and enhance print quality.
- Completed routine maintenance on equipment to limit downtime and support dependable output.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance operational efficiency.
Welding Fabricator
HAZELTON CUSTOM METAL
Hazleton, PA
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Maintained superior craftsmanship standards while working under tight deadlines
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris, enhancing adhesion and weld quality.
- Reduced material waste through precise measurement and cutting of materials for projects.
- Monitored cut length accuracy during fabrication to ensure compliance with specifications and promptly addressed deviations.
- Cut, ground and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Performed preventive maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
Welding Fabricator
VALMONT NEWMARK
Hazleton, PA
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Enhanced welding quality by executing precise cuts, bevels, and welds on diverse metals.
- Completed complex fabrication projects with precision, ensuring the final product met client specifications.
- Ensured consistent weld quality through meticulous material preparation and detail-oriented execution.
- Maintained superior craftsmanship standards while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Minimized material waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials tailored to each project.
- Interpreted blueprints and weld diagrams to ensure accurate fabrication.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
Education
General Studies
Nanticoke Area
Nanticoke, PA06-2021
GED -
Lehigh Community College
Allentown, PASkills
- Press operation
- Machine setup
- Print quality control
- Quality inspections
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Workflow optimization
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Training new employees
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Flexible availability
Certification
Forklift license
Timeline
Press Operator
MULTI-COLOR CORPORATION
06.2023 - Current
Press Operator
Offset Paperback
12.2021 - 2023
Welding Fabricator
HAZELTON CUSTOM METAL
04.2020 - 12.2021
Welding Fabricator
VALMONT NEWMARK
01.2018 - 01.2020
General Studies
Nanticoke Area
GED -
Lehigh Community College