Kevin Harms
Glen Ridge,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Lead Screen Printer and skilled musician with a proven track record at GoBallistic Sports, enhancing production efficiency and mastering Plastisol ink techniques. Excelled in deadline management and effective communication, significantly boosting team productivity. Leveraged problem-solving abilities and creativity to innovate and educate, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Screen Printer
GoBallistic Sports
East Hanover, NJ
09.2020 - Current
- Supervised a team of 5, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment while consistently meeting tight deadlines for high-volume orders.
- Hire and Train new employees on screen printing techniques and safety protocols.
- Performed quality checks and dried, folded and packed completed articles.
- Ensured accurate project completion through meticulous attention to detail in alignment, registration, and curing processes.
- Streamlined production process by effectively managing ink mixing, color matching, and screen preparation.
- Increased company''s overall production capacity by staying up-to-date with industry trends and continually researching new techniques and equipment for screen printing.
- Maintained equipment with regularly scheduled cleaning and oiling, and repaired or replaced worn or defective parts.
Musical Experience
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Montclair, NJ
01.2015 - Current
- Taught guitar lessons to students of various skill levels, focusing on rhythm, harmony, and music theory to build a solid foundation for musical development.
- Developed customized lesson plans to meet individual student needs, helping them improve technique, timing, and musical expression.
- Performed as a guitarist in local cover and original music bands, gaining real-world performance experience to pass on to students.
- Utilized Logic Pro for session work, providing students with industry-standard knowledge of digital audio workstations (DAW) and production techniques.
- incorporated ear training and improvisation exercises into lessons to develop students' musical ear and creativity.
Intern Designer
Disto-Art
Jersey City, NJ
06.2019 - 09.2020
- Assisted in the creation of digital content, including social media posts, graphics, and create concepts for local art installations.
- Developed and edited visual content for website and social media platforms to enhance presence.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, illustrator Lightroom) to produce high-quality design for a variety of platforms.
- Increased project efficiency through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJ06-2019
Skills
- Production coordination
- Deadline management
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Plastisol ink expertise
- Mesh selection expertise
- Production speed optimization
- Emulsion application techniques
Timeline
Lead Screen Printer
GoBallistic Sports
09.2020 - Current
Intern Designer
Disto-Art
06.2019 - 09.2020
Musical Experience
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01.2015 - Current
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
County College of Morris