Roger Brock
Hammond,IN
Summary
Organized Automatic Press Operator familiar in setting up printing presses and materials for various printing jobs. Over forty-year background operating and maintaining advanced printing presses. Consistently uses micrometers to mount and align printing plates correctly. Hardworking and accurate with expertise in daily operations and press functions..
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Press Operator
Chicago Tribune Printing & Distribution Services
Chicago, IL
12.1985 - Current
- Monitor and adjust the speed of the machine according to the type of material being printed.
- Inspect and test printed materials for defects such as smearing, blurring, fading, or streaking.
- Adjust pressure settings on press to ensure proper inking and drying of material.
- Load rolls of material onto feed mechanism of press.
- Clean ink fountains with solvents when necessary.
- Perform minor repairs to machines as needed.
- Troubleshoot mechanical problems using hand tools and gauges.
- Follow written instructions from supervisor regarding production jobs to be completed.
- Measure distances between printing plates in order to align them properly on press bed.
- Feed sheets into press manually if necessary.
- Make adjustments to temperature controls based on type of material being printed.
Pressman
Insty-Prints
Chicago, IL
09.1984 - 09.1985
- Adjusted feeder mechanisms to ensure proper paper alignment for printing jobs.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on press equipment, including replacing rollers, cylinders, and other components.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and operating procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections of presses to identify any potential issues before they arise.
- Monitored quality of printed material to ensure it meets customer requirements.
- Set up plates, inks, and other materials prior to each job run.
- Ensured all prints meet the required standards for color accuracy and registration.
- Cleaned press parts between runs using solvents and specialized tools.
- Verified ink levels throughout the day ensuring adequate supply is available at all times.
- Utilized computer-operated controls to adjust speed, pressure, temperature. as needed during print runs.
- Communicated with customers regarding job status or delivery information when necessary.
Education
Associate of Science - Printing Technology
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN05-1984
Printing Technology
Gavit High School/Area Career Center
Hammond, IN05-1982
Skills
- Machine Operation
- Quality Control
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Production Monitoring
Affiliations
Sent recruiting letters to Colleges getting players recognition and often scholarships.
Accomplishments
- Multiple years of perfect attendance for work award
- Multiple awards for meeting/exceeding production goals
- Safety award for record number of years
- Hammond Indiana Volunteer of the Year Award/Team Leadership
Certification
- Little League Umpire in Chief license
- Officiating License for Baseball, Softball, Boys and Girls Basketball, at all levels
Hobbies
- Team Photographer for Youth and High School Sports
- Organizing local Polling Locations for Elections
- Fund Raising/donation securing for Little League
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Journeyman Press Operator
Chicago Tribune Printing & Distribution Services
12.1985 - Current
Pressman
Insty-Prints
09.1984 - 09.1985
Associate of Science - Printing Technology
Vincennes University
Printing Technology
Gavit High School/Area Career Center
- Little League Umpire in Chief license
- Officiating License for Baseball, Softball, Boys and Girls Basketball, at all levels
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