Joe Leonard
Bluff city,TN
Summary
Strong foundation in technical skills . Quick learner and adaptable to new processes and machinery, ensuring high-quality output. Ready to utilize and develop skills . Professional prepared to contribute effectively in a fast-paced environment. Known for precision and maintaining equipment reliability. Excellent team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and committed to high-quality results. Expertise in prepress processes and quality control.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Platemaker
Katz Americas
03.2000 - 02.2022
- Prepared printing plates to support efficient production in printing operations.
- Maintained equipment by conducting regular cleaning and maintenance for consistent quality.
- Monitored plate production process to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve turnaround times.
- Inspected finished plates to verify accuracy and precision before distribution.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime.
- Operated plate-making machinery to facilitate smooth production cycles.
- Organized raw materials to ensure timely availability for production needs.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Documented production activities to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Improved quality control by implementing thorough inspection processes.
- Adjusted machine settings to meet specific project requirements.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize urgent production tasks.
- Used technical skills to produce high-quality plates for diverse printing projects.
- Identified inefficiencies in processes to recommend enhancements.
- Trained new employees on standard operating procedures for consistent output.
- Reduced waste by optimizing resource use during plate production.
- Communicated effectively with team to ensure alignment on production goals.
- Implemented best practices in plate-making to enhance overall efficiency.
- Increased overall workplace safety by adhering to strict safety protocols when handling chemicals and operating equipment in the platemaking process.
- Collaborated with a team of graphic designers and printers to ensure accurate plate reproductions of design files.
- Worked closely with clients to address concerns or clarify specifications, ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction with delivered products.
- Provided recommendations on improvements or modifications needed to enhance the overall efficiency of the platemaking department.
- Consistently met project deadlines, managing multiple assignments simultaneously and prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Reduced production errors by conducting thorough inspections of plates prior to print runs.
- Utilized advanced software tools for precise plate creation, ensuring accurate reproductions of design files and maintaining high levels of quality control.
- Streamlined workflows for faster production turnaround times, implementing efficient platemaking processes.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on machinery, promptly addressing any issues that arose to minimize impacts on productivity levels.
- Maintained detailed records of all platemaking tasks completed, providing a reliable historical database for future reference and analysis.
- Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues during print runs, collaborating with press operators to identify causes and provide solutions quickly and efficiently.
- Optimized layout designs for maximum efficiency in plate usage, reducing waste and material costs.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by recommending alternative materials and methods without compromising product quality or customer satisfaction.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to refine production techniques.
- Assessed customer files for missing information in fonts and graphics.
- Compared digital and physical customer files to identify and address discrepancies such as fonts, graphics or and layouts.
- Generated prepress proofs in digital or other formats to approximate appearance of final printed piece.
- Verified artwork backups on company server prior to making any changes.
- Worked collectively with other teams to reach deadlines and meet customer expectations.
- Avoided downtime by addressing issues with prepress equipment immediately and applying troubleshooting techniques to identify root cause issues.
Education
Associate of Arts - Photography
Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TN12-2024
High School Diploma -
Sullivan East High School
Bluff City, TN05-1987
Skills
- Connecting with Internal customers
- Problem resolution
- Workflow improvement
- Material supply
- Job prioritization
- Inventory check
- Inventory control
- Proofreading
- Color corrections
- Color matching
- Color calibration
- Machinery calibration
- Maintenance
- Imposition
- Template layout
- Workflow automation
- Template building
- Artwork pre-flight
- File archiving
- Layout adjustment
- Plate processing
- Layout design
- Ink management
- Print troubleshooting
- Quality control
- Material handling
Timeline
Lead Platemaker
Katz Americas
03.2000 - 02.2022
Associate of Arts - Photography
Pellissippi State Community College
High School Diploma -
Sullivan East High School
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