Khalid Jordan
Chicago,IL
Summary
Adept at enhancing production efficiency and quality control at Chicago Tribune, I leveraged skills in machine operation and safety management to significantly reduce waste and improve safety protocols. My proactive approach in preventive maintenance and color management led to surpassing production targets, showcasing my ability to train teams for optimal performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Press Operator
Chicago Tribune
Chicago, IL
10.2005 - 06.2024
- Set up and operate printing press to print designs or logos on fabric, paper, cardboard, plastic, metal, glass, or leather items.
- Monitor and adjust the speed of the machine according to the type of material being printed.
- Adjust pressure settings on press to ensure proper inking and drying of material.
- Load rolls of material onto feed mechanism of press.
- Clean ink fountains with solvents when necessary.
- Perform minor repairs to machines as needed.
- Verify accuracy of job orders against proofs provided by customer.
- Ensure that all safety regulations are followed while operating machinery.
- Follow written instructions from supervisor regarding production jobs to be completed.
- Place finished prints into containers for shipment or storage.
- Mix ink colors according to specific formulas.
- Record information such as number of impressions made during shift.
- Change plate cylinders when switching jobs during production runs.
- Check color alignment with densitometer after each run.
- Maintain detailed logs of work performed including timesheets and materials used.
- Perform maintenance tasks such as lubricating moving parts or cleaning presses after use.
- Train new employees in safe operation procedures for printing presses.
- Troubleshot press when product defects occurred and immediately remedied issues.
- Promoted safety within department and followed protocols to maximize safety and prevent risk.
- Cleaned and lubricated presses and components using oil, solvents and rags.
- Operated equipment at required speed to drive proper alignment and registration.
- Installed, adjusted, dismantled, reassembled and removed parts and equipment such as rollers, dies, printing plates and blankets.
- Updated job knowledge by participating in educational and training opportunities.
- Removed printed materials from presses for transport to storage or finishing areas.
- Kept machines running at peak efficiency to meet demanding production targets.
- Adhered to company and OSHA safety procedures to protect team members, products and equipment.
- Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.
- Cleaned, lubricated and repaired machinery for optimal performance.
- Operated printing press machines and manually set and adjusted speed, temperature and ink flow.
Ink Room-Press Support
Chicago Tribune
Chicago, IL
04.2004 - 10.2005
- Maintained and monitored the ink inventory levels to ensure that sufficient supplies were available.
- Cleaned, maintained, and operated printing equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- Developed new inks or modified existing inks to meet customer needs and industry standards.
- Mixes pigments according to standard formulas or customizes colors according to customer requests.
- Stored finished products in an organized manner so they could be easily identified upon request.
- Kept accurate records of batch numbers along with associated product information.
- Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.
Packaging Specialist
Chicago Tribune
Chicago, IL
07.2001 - 04.2004
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality standards for all packaging operations.
- Maintained records on production output, downtime, and other metrics related to packaging operations.
- Ensured that all finished goods met customer requirements before shipment.
- Provided training to new staff members on proper packing procedures and techniques.
- Reported issues or problems encountered during the packing process promptly to supervisors.
- Participated in cross-functional teams focused on improving overall efficiency of the supply chain.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings from audits conducted at vendor sites.
- Processed finished product by moving through packaging machines.
- Set up jobs for lines and assisted with printing labels and packaging.
- Labeled packages and recorded items packed in preparation for shipping.
- Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.
- Oversaw manual and automated packaging activities.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques for packaging, equipment operation and inventory management.
- Operated and maintained vacuum sealers and pallet jacks.
- Oversaw shift changes by monitoring housekeeping standards.
- Labeled packaged products accurately according to specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to ensure safety and productivity.
- Stacked and palletized products for easy transportation and storage.
- Participated in training sessions to improve packaging techniques and safety practices.
- Collaborated with team members to meet packaging targets and deadlines.
- Followed standard operating procedures for packaging processes.
- Accomplished production goals by working with speed and accuracy.
- Loaded and unloaded items from machines, carts and dollies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cosmopolitan Prep
Chicago, IL06-1994
Skills
- Waste reduction
- Work order interpretation
- Workpiece positioning
- Machinery cleaning
- Safety management
- Machine operation
- Work instructions
- Preventive Maintenance
- Parts lubrication
- Color management
- Production monitoring
- Quality control
- Workpiece inspection
Timeline
Press Operator
Chicago Tribune
10.2005 - 06.2024
Ink Room-Press Support
Chicago Tribune
04.2004 - 10.2005
Packaging Specialist
Chicago Tribune
07.2001 - 04.2004
High School Diploma -
Cosmopolitan Prep
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