Rodney Gonzales
Seagoville,TX
Summary
Over 16 years of experience in setting up, operating, troubleshooting inks, and maintaining press equipment. Detail oriented, expert in press operations and quality control. Experienced leader of the production team with unparalleled focus on mistake-free production and meticulous press maintenance. Subject matter expert in up to 11 color presses.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Setup Technician
Fortis Solutions Group
Lewisville, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Helped achieve team goals by performing Center of Excellence two man changeover.
- Looked through work orders to determine best sequence and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues to resolve difficult technical problems efficiently.
- Attended regular COE meetings to ensure that all production goals were being achieved.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
Press Operator, Ink Technician
Fortis Solutions Group
Lewisville, TX
11.2014 - 02.2023
- Set up, operated, monitored, and maintained four Flexographic printing presses. Performed troubleshooting of equipment issues, and mentored staff on best practices.
- Expert operator of the following equipment: Nilpeter 3300 series press; Tracker systems, Stacker's; and Computer Inspection Devices. Adjusted presses according to manufacturer specifications while in production to ensure efficient, high quality printing.
- Expertly operated a variety of multicolor presses, up to 11 color including Rotary screens.
- Conducted quality control and quality assurance to check and access overall quality.
- Helped achieve LAB values to meet the company's tolerance of 2.5 DE by utilizing Siegwerks Fastmatch system to meet demand.
Press Operator
WS Packaging
Dallas, TX
02.2006 - 11.2014
- Set up, operated, monitored, and maintained HotStamp press. Performed troubleshooting of equipment issues, and mentored staff on best practices. Recruited and trained staff.
- Expert on quality assurance and quality control.
- Expert operator of the following equipment Mark Andy 2200, 650 & 750 Webtron, Newfoil HotStamp press.
- Owned customer satisfaction. Gathered customer project requirements, analyzed new printing request and communicated technical and non-technical details to customers, staff, and management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School
Princeton, TX05-2005
Skills
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Machine Operation
- Training Abilities
- Technical Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Work Ethic
- Teamwork and Communication
- Hand-Held Scanners
- Workflow Optimization
Accomplishments
- 2015 Rising Star Award
- 2018 Traveling Trophy
Certification
- Attended Lean Production Seminar-Kaizan
- Attended Siegwerk FastMatch Training Seminar to enhance my knowledge and understanding of UV inks.
Timeline
Lead Setup Technician
Fortis Solutions Group
02.2023 - Current
Press Operator, Ink Technician
Fortis Solutions Group
11.2014 - 02.2023
Press Operator
WS Packaging
02.2006 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School
- Attended Lean Production Seminar-Kaizan
- Attended Siegwerk FastMatch Training Seminar to enhance my knowledge and understanding of UV inks.
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