Ryan Sanders
Green Bay,WI
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pressroom Printing Supervisor
Green Bay Packaging
De Pere
06.2026 - Current
- Performed quality control checks throughout production process.
- Verified ink specifications, inked presses, changed ink and adjusted ink flow.
- Checked finished product against original copy or proof sheets to ensure accuracy of colors, text, and images.
- Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
- Reviewed customer proofs for layout, color accuracy, and text clarity, ensuring quality standards before press runs.
- Coordinated with production teams to keep press schedules moving
- Maintained production run records, detailing impressions made to track output consistency.
- Maintained data on printing outputs produced, supplies consumed, printing costs and equipment maintenance and repairs performed.
- Monitored team progress to ensure timely completion of projects, including large print jobs and rush orders.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems with printing press components such as rollers and cylinders.
- Trained new employees
- Supervised printing crews across Green Bay Packaging pressroom operations.
- Coordinated press schedules, priorities, and daily production workflow.
- Monitored print quality, color consistency, and finished sheet standards.
- Enforced safety rules and GMP practices throughout printing areas.
- Trained operators on press setup, job changeovers, and cleanup procedures.
- Reviewed production logs, waste reports, and downtime records.
- Communicated with maintenance teams on equipment issues and repairs.
- Supported material flow, ink use, and inventory control for press jobs.
- Ensured that all quality standards were met prior to shipping products.
- Scheduled regular machine maintenance to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
KBA Printing Press Operator
Green Bay Packaging
De Pere
02.2024 - 06.2026
- Set up offset presses for Green Bay Packaging print runs.
- Calibrate presses at start of shift to ensure accurate registration between colors.
- Monitored sheet feed and press alignment for packaging jobs.
- Loaded plates, blankets, and paper stock before production.
- Inspect printed material for defects such as smudges, blurs and misalignments.
- Made minor repairs or adjustments to the machine.
- Performed routine press cleaning and preventive maintenance tasks.
- Perform regular maintenance on the press in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
- Operate control panel to adjust speed, pressure, temperature or humidity of press.
- Monitored ink flow levels during production to maintain consistent print quality. and adjust settings accordingly to ensure consistent print quality.
- Use digital scanners or densitometers to measure density levels in printed material.
- Check for registration accuracy between colors and make necessary adjustments.
- Troubleshot press during product defects and resolved issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Test sample prints from each run for clarity before continuing with full production run.
- Trained new operators on press safety and operating procedures.
- Assist other operators in setting up presses when needed.
- Communicated production issues with supervisors and finishing teams.
- Maintain accurate records of daily production quantities and job specifications.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations by monitoring chemical usage during production process.
- Implemented cost-saving measures while maintaining quality standards in production.
- Ensure that all safety procedures are followed when operating the press.
- Adjust feeder mechanism to accommodate specified paper size or thickness.
Heidelberg XL 145 Offset Press Operator
Green Bay Packaging
De Pere
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Operated XL 145 offset printing press following specific customer guidelines ensuring quality on every run
- Ensured quality control, delivering top-notch products consistently to customers
- Use xrite tool to maintain delta e , density and dot gain to ensure top quality.
- Color match to Pantone library to meet customers' needs
- Adhered to safety protocols, promoting safe operation and workplace environment
- Conducted routine cleaning and maintenance on printing machine to ensure optimal performance
- Trained new employees
Heidelberg XL 145 Feeder
Green Bay Packaging
De Pere, Wisconsin
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Adjusted feeding mechanisms to accommodate different types of materials and production requirements.
- Adjusted machine settings according to product specifications.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Maintained workplace equipment and inspected it for damage after every shift.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following safety protocols and regulations.
- Trained new employees on the use of manufacturing equipment and safety procedures.
- Sanitized work areas daily to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards. and maintained orderly production stations.
Komori Printing Press Feeder
R&R Donnelly
Las Vegas, Nevada
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Fed paper stock into sheetfed offset presses for R&R Donnelley print production.
- Monitored press feed alignment and adjusted stack height for smooth operation.
- Inspected paper quality before feeding materials to prevent press interruptions.
- Checked ink fountain levels during press operations to maintain consistent ink application.
- Communicated press needs with operators to keep production flow steady.
- Removed damaged stock and cleared feed paths to support clean output.
- Assisted press crew with setup, changeovers, and routine production tasks.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Inspected printed materials for quality assurance to maintain high production standards.
- Adjusted settings on feeder components, including rollers and grippers, to enhance operational performance.
- Performed preventative maintenance on press machines, including lubricating parts and cleaning equipment.
- Verified accuracy of print jobs using pre-press proofs and and or customer supplied samples.
Education
Desert Rose High
Las Vegas, NevadaSkills
- Offset press setup
- Color calibration
- Densitometer reading
- Press maintenance
- Feeder adjustment
- Print quality control
- Production scheduling
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Employee training
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team communication
- Time management
- Verbal communication
- Maintenance & repair
- Supervision and leadership
- Leadership
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Print registration
- Press troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Print production
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Workflow optimization
- Printing expertise
- Environmental compliance
- Strong leadership
- Deadline management
- Offset printing
- Interviewing techniques
- Excellent communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pressroom Printing Supervisor
Green Bay Packaging
06.2026 - Current
KBA Printing Press Operator
Green Bay Packaging
02.2024 - 06.2026
Heidelberg XL 145 Offset Press Operator
Green Bay Packaging
09.2023 - 02.2024
Heidelberg XL 145 Feeder
Green Bay Packaging
07.2023 - 09.2023
Komori Printing Press Feeder
R&R Donnelly
09.2019 - 06.2023
Desert Rose High