Marcellus Mitchell
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Hands-on machine operator offering several years of experience working in manufacturing settings and operating machinery for production. Demonstrates mastery of complex mathematical concepts and gauging techniques to inspect parts and conduct measurements. Detailed individual proficient in cleaning and disassembling machines. Hardworking machine operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality products. Comfortable working alone or with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to tackling maintenance and inspection tasks.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Communication Machine Operator(Lead)
Preferred Direct Marketing Service
Norfolk, VA
06.2019 - 06.2024
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
- Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Responded to and initiated proper corrections to process alarms.
- Promoted efficient operation of production processes through careful control system monitoring
- Oversaw the distribution process for printed materials ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure accuracy of all published material before release.
- Ensured timely production of all publications.
- Worked with external agencies on promotional campaigns related to publications.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Provided guidance and support to team members throughout the publication process.
- Oversaw the production of marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, and digital content.
- Maintained professionality and efficiency while working closely with leadership.
- Consulted with advertising agencies or staff to arrange promotional campaigns for products, organizations or individuals.
- Conferred with production or support personnel to produce or coordinate advertisements or promotions.
- Maintained records of work performed on jobs in progress and completed.
- Gathered materials necessary for job order such as signatures to be sewn or glued together.
- Wrapped finished books with protective coverings before packing them for shipment.
- Organized supplies according to type and size of job order being processed.
- Checked accuracy of printed information against customer requirements before binding process began.
- Calculated number of pages per signature based on size of paper used in job order.
- Cleaned and lubricated bookbinding machinery on a regular basis to ensure proper functioning.
- Troubleshot any problems that arose during the production process.
- Performed minor repairs on bookbinding equipment when needed.
- Collated signatures by hand or using automated collating machinery.
- Sorted out defective materials from good ones during production process.
- Cut paper stacks into signatures according to customer specifications using hand-held guillotine cutter or electric cutter machine.
- Assisted other workers in performing their duties as needed.
- Operated a variety of bookbinding equipment including sewing machines, cutting presses, folding machines, gluing machines, and stapling guns.
- Prepared materials such as paper stock, cardboard sheets, and covers for bookbinding operations.
- Used hot stamping machine for imprinting titles onto book covers.
- Applied adhesive to covers prior to attaching them onto the spines of books.
- Inspected books after binding to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Ensured all safety regulations were followed while operating machinery.
- Assembled and bound books, pamphlets, magazines, catalogs, and other printed material using various types of binding machines.
- Prepared finished products for shipment.
- Inspected and assessed quality of finished products.
- Approved incoming materials by confirming specifications and approved finished products.
- Inspected finished products, bound and unbound items to identify defects or quality issues.
- Used equipment to cut book edges to meet specifications and produce quality products.
- Completed high-quality work by performing bindery tasks according to job instructions and work orders.
- Examined stitched, collated and bound product samples for imperfect bindings, ink spots and torn pages.
- Used stitching or gluing techniques to secure endpapers, bindings and backings.
- Operated bindery equipment and oversaw general functionality, including adjusting guides and rollers, to avoid errors and complete efficient daily work.
- Trimmed edges of books to size using cutting machines, book trimming machines or hand cutters.
- Read work orders to determine instructions and specifications for machine set-up.
- Assessed projects against budgets and timelines, keeping team and assignments on task.
- Expanded personnel skill sets by mentoring marketing team both individually and in groups.
- Executed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Assisted in developing new concepts for direct mail programs utilizing latest technologies available in the market place.
- Implemented procedures for maintaining accurate records of incoming orders received via direct mail campaigns.
- Managed direct mail campaigns from conception to completion, including list procurement and segmentation, creative design, print production, and mailing services.
- Worked closely with internal departments to ensure successful implementation of direct mail initiatives.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on day-to-day tasks related to direct mail campaigns.
- Resolved any customer service issues arising from processing errors or delays in order fulfillment.
- Managed the design and production of promotional materials, such as websites and brochures.
- Developed and supervised marketing campaigns and events to maximize income and achieve audience targets.
- Trained and mentored newly hired employees to provide better grasp of job responsibilities and expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS
Chowan University
Murfreesboro, NC05-2019
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Machinery Operation
- Machinery Cleaning
- Regulatory Compliance
Timeline
Graphic Communication Machine Operator(Lead)
Preferred Direct Marketing Service
06.2019 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS
Chowan University
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