Reynaldo Cerda

Journeyman Bookbinder II – Currency Inspection Systems

• Operate and monitor advanced automated currency inspection and processing systems integrating mechanical, electronic, and computer-controlled applications.
• Configure, set up, and control Sheet Currency Inspection Processing Systems using color graphic display monitors, software interfaces, and multi-axis system adjustments.
• Analyze inspection data and troubleshoot production issues by adjusting machine speed, registration, sensor inputs, inspection sensitivity, and system settings to maintain quality and minimize spoilage.
• Monitor real-time and historical production data, including accepted/rejected sheet counts, trend analysis, and inspection reports to ensure compliance with production and security standards.
• Utilize and operate advanced inspection technologies including UMAD, TIS Cameras, Tracker Systems, Print Quality Inspection Systems, Diverters, Transport Systems, Stackers, Host Computers, and Counterfeit Deterrence Devices (CDD).
• Create and edit front, back, and trim “Golden” reference standards, customize inspection menus, and adjust sensitivity preferences with minimal supervision.
• Enter and maintain critical load data and generate Load Examination Reports (LER) to ensure accurate tracking and accountability of currency production loads.
• Perform system administration tasks including report generation, file management, and system closeouts within a high-security production environment.
• Conduct machine setup, adjustments, maintenance, and troubleshooting while ensuring adherence to strict quality, safety, and production standards.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills in a fast-paced manufacturing and inspection environment requiring precision, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Bindery Operator / Finishing Equipment Specialist

• Organized daily production workflow by shipping method and updated work order status through company tracking systems.
• Reviewed job specifications and processed a wide variety of printed products including postcards, business cards, pamphlets, flyers, folders, and booklets.
• Operated and set up bindery and finishing equipment including folders, cutters, booklet makers, collators, laminators, die cutters, saddle stitchers, hole punchers, and folder gluers.
• Operated offline coating systems applying gloss, matte, and soft-touch coatings while adjusting feeder guides, vacuum, air settings, gaps, and machine speeds for optimal production quality.
• Inspected coated sheets for proper coverage and quality control while processing approximately 25,000–30,000 sheets per shift.
• Programmed and operated guillotine cutters for precision trimming of various print products and sizes.
• Set up and operated MBO, Stahl, and Horizon folders for multiple fold configurations including half-fold, tri-fold, roll fold, gate fold, and double-gate fold applications.
• Performed preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and component replacements including rollers, pumps, bearings, hoses, UV lamps, and feeder systems.
• Assisted with machine installations, removals, and equipment breakdowns while maintaining production efficiency and safety standards.
• Created preventive maintenance log sheets and served as a lead trainer for multiple bindery and finishing machines.
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools, mechanical troubleshooting, and equipment setup with nearly 30 years of printing and bindery industry experience.

Equipment Operated:
Horizon Folder, Perfect Binder, Polar Cutter, Perfecta Cutter, Saber Cutter, Heidelberg Cutter, Harris & Bruno Offline Coater, Dorn Offline Coater, Kompac Offline Coater, Laminator, Horizon Saddle Stitcher, Duplo Collator/Booklet Maker, Rollem Slitter, Folder Gluer, Burns Auto Hole Puncher, and multiple feeder systems.

Prepress / Graphic Production Specialist

• Managed daily client email communications and retrieved customer artwork files for print production.
• Prepared artwork for printing by placing files into proper templates according to size, layout, and finishing specifications.
• Performed image resizing and color correction as needed to meet print quality standards and prepress requirements.
• Processed print-ready files through RIP software to prepare layouts for commercial printing presses.
• Created and organized “gang run” press sheets by efficiently positioning multiple jobs on a single print layout to maximize production and minimize waste.
• Ensured proper job placement to prevent print interference or quality issues during production runs.
• Prepared final press layouts for plate production, including CMYK separations and additional Pantone color plates when required.
• Maintained accuracy and quality control throughout the prepress and printing preparation process.
• Operated and maintained image and plate setters.