Michael Walker
Seligman,MO
Summary
Started my offset printing career at 20 years old. I was running 4 color process by the 4th month. I also ran the bag machines at Clorox (Glad) with awesome success!
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Autumn Place
Pea Ridge, AR
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Assisted in routine maintenance tasks to ensure operational efficiency.
- Learned to operate basic hand and power tools for repair activities.
- Supported team in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions effectively.
- Engaged in safety training to uphold workplace standards and protocols.
- Documented maintenance activities and reported issues to senior technicians.
Bag Machine Operator
Clorox
Rogers, AR
01.2011 - 05.2012
- Operated bag machinery, ensuring consistent production quality and adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored machine performance, identifying and resolving operational issues promptly.
- Trained new operators on equipment use and safety standards to enhance team efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machines to prevent downtime and maintain optimal performance.
Offset Press Operator
Spectrum Printing Solutions
Waxahachie, TX
06.2007 - 02.2011
- Operated offset printing presses to produce high-quality printed materials efficiently.
- Monitored print quality and adjusted settings to ensure consistency across production runs.
- Collaborated with design team to optimize file preparation for printing processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on printing equipment to minimize downtime and enhance performance.
- Trained junior operators on machine operation and safety protocols, promoting a culture of safety.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased overall productivity in the pressroom.
- Troubleshot printing issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules.
- Developed standard operating procedures for press operations, enhancing operational efficiency and training effectiveness.
- Facilitated open communication between departments to ensure accurate job specifications were followed throughout production process.
- Increased customer satisfaction by producing high-quality prints that met client specifications.
- Adapted quickly to changing job requirements ensuring minimum disruption to overall workflow.
- Managed inventory levels for supplies such as paper, ink, plates, blankets, ensuring proper stock was available for upcoming jobs.
- Maintained consistent print quality with careful attention to detail during plate mounting and alignment procedures.
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs for the offset press machinery reducing downtime due to malfunctions.
- Enhanced printing quality by regularly maintaining and cleaning offset press equipment.
- Optimized machine performance through routine inspection, troubleshooting, and minor repairs.
- Sustained excellent attendance record, contributing to overall productivity within the team.
- Consistently met or exceeded production deadlines while maintaining strict quality control standards.
- Worked closely with management to identify areas of improvement within the operation resulting in increased efficiency.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing workload.
- Streamlined production process through effective coordination with team members.
- Developed strong working relationships with coworkers facilitating collaboration on complex projects.
- Reduced waste and optimized efficiency by accurately mixing inks and adjusting ink fountains.
- Contributed to a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and reporting potential hazards.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working across different shifts when necessary supporting business continuity.
- Participated actively in continuous improvement initiatives within the organization leading to streamlined processes.
- Collaborated with prepress team to resolve technical issues, resulting in smooth workflow transitions.
- Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to reduce operating risks on press machinery.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Assembled and adjusted press parts to print products in accordance with customer specifications.
- Troubleshot press malfunctions and performed necessary repairs to restore functionality.
- Operated diverse printing presses to produce high-quality printed material within tight deadlines
- Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
- Checked job information at each press to verify that correct ink was delivered.
- Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
- Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
- Properly secured loads with security straps, covers and security seals.
Offset Press Operator
Augusta Daily Gazette
Augusta, KS
06.1989 - 06.1994
- Assisted in training new employees on the intricacies of operating an offset press, fostering teamwork and knowledge sharing.
- Adjusted press settings and monitored ink flow to foster optimal results.
- Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
- Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
Education
High School Diploma -
Corsicana High
Corsicana, TX05.1987
Skills
Preventive Maintenance
Mechanical troubleshooting
Troubleshooting skills
Safety awareness
Mechanical repair
Parts replacement
Equipment installation
Tool management
Hand tools expertise
Plumbing
Lockout and tagout procedures
Painting
Plumbing repairs
Apartment maintenance
Groundskeeping
OSHA
Industrial equipment
Mechanical expertise
Additional Information
My hobbies are Radio Control cars. I started when I was 14 and have 40 years of fun under my belt. I raced as a sponsored driver for 8 of those years. I was ranked 42 in the nation from 1994 to 1996. These are profession level rc cars. Not the kind found in Department stores.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Autumn Place
09.2024 - 12.2025
Bag Machine Operator
Clorox
01.2011 - 05.2012
Offset Press Operator
Spectrum Printing Solutions
06.2007 - 02.2011
Offset Press Operator
Augusta Daily Gazette
06.1989 - 06.1994
High School Diploma -
Corsicana High