Pedro Ramirez
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Skilled Flexographic Printing Press Operator with background in managing and maintaining high-speed flexographic printing presses. Strengths include knowledge of ink mixing, color matching and quality control, with an emphasis on efficiency and waste reduction. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues quickly, ensuring minimal downtime. Instrumental in achieving consistent print quality while adhering to strict production schedules.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Flexographic Printing Press Operator
Platinum Press
Fort Worth, Texas
05.2023 - Current
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Observed environmental factors and effects on equipment performance to make adjustments when necessary.
- Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
- Set up and used paper-cutting, laminating and folding machines to hasten workplace operations.
- Cleaned and maintained anilox rollers according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Adjusted printing pressure, speed and tension for print quality.
General Manager
Amore Mio Italian Restaurant
Arlington, TX
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
- Recruited, trained and empowered employees to achieve key performance indicators.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Supervised employees through planning, assignments, and direction.
Flexographic Printing Press Operator
HS Crooker
Huntley, IL
07.2015 - 09.2021
- Set up and used paper-cutting, laminating and folding machines to hasten workplace operations.
- Cleaned and maintained anilox rollers according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while operating machinery.
- Operated multiple presses at once during peak times of production.
- Adjusted printing pressure, speed and tension for print quality.
- Maintained adequate productivity by setting and enforcing deadlines.
- Applied inks to plates with hand rollers or automated applicators.
- Inspected random paper samples during print runs to confirm accurate ink and paper type.
- Troubleshot machine malfunctions as needed.
Flexo Press Operator/ Plan Supervisor
Ameriprint Corp.
Harvard, IL
03.2011 - 06.2015
- Maintained accurate records of all jobs including setup information, waste data, production counts.
- Troubleshot technical issues with flexo presses and related equipment during operations.
- Promoted improvements to cost-controls, quality assurance and waste reduction.
- Assessed inventory and ordered new ink, paper and other materials to keep supplies stocked.
- Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
- Developed creative solutions for difficult jobs requiring intricate design details or unique material configurations.
- Monitored production levels and adjusted machine speeds accordingly.
- Set up press with anilox rolls, plates, dies and inks according to job specifications.
- Maintained adequate productivity by setting and enforcing deadlines.
- Calibrated flexo presses for optimal performance and efficiency.
- Checked print quality throughout the run and made necessary adjustments to maintain consistent results.
Education
BBA - Accounting, Business Administration
Escuela De Comercio Y Administracion/ I.P.N.
Mexico City08-1990
Skills
- Customer specifications
- Flexographic printing expertise
- Job scheduling
- Digital printing
- Substrate handling
- Maintenance procedures
- Machine troubleshooting
- Plate mounting
- Web tension control
- Prepress operations
- Press adjustments
- Product inspection
- Problem-solving abilities
- Safety awareness
- Multitasking capacity
Timeline
Flexographic Printing Press Operator
Platinum Press
05.2023 - Current
General Manager
Amore Mio Italian Restaurant
11.2021 - 05.2023
Flexographic Printing Press Operator
HS Crooker
07.2015 - 09.2021
Flexo Press Operator/ Plan Supervisor
Ameriprint Corp.
03.2011 - 06.2015
BBA - Accounting, Business Administration
Escuela De Comercio Y Administracion/ I.P.N.