Saul Mendoza
Norwalk,CA
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
HEAD PRINTER
BOWDOWN CLOTHING
SANTA ANA, CA
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Calibrate the printer's heads for different types of materials being used.
- Unload finished products from conveyors after completion of each job run.
- Mix inks according to specific instructions and color codes.
- Perform preventative maintenance on the machinery regularly.
- Align material under the print head accurately before starting a job run.
- Load fabrics onto pallets or frames for printing purposes.
- Adjust machine settings to regulate speed, pressure, temperature, and coating thickness of ink.
- Inspect prints for defects such as blurs, smears, spots, and discolorations.
- Monitor production progress to ensure adherence to quality standards set by customers.
- Loaded paint into equipment and adjusted controls to maintain consistent paint flow.
- Delivered work orders and clear instructions to painting team to prepare for each shift.
- Reviewed painting projects to verify highest quality and adherence to organization's strict guidelines.
SCREEN PRINT DARK ROOM
FRENCH PRESS CLOTHING
NORWALK, CA
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Printed proofs from digital files for client approval before final printing run.
- Inspected photographic prints for clarity, density and contrast.
- Conducted tests on films and papers in order to determine proper exposure times.
- Trained new employees on the use of darkroom equipment and software applications.
- Maintained records of all darkroom activities including daily production logs.
- Maintained darkroom equipment and chemicals, including replenishing supplies as needed.
MANUAL SCREEN PRINTER
Active Impressions
RIVERSIDE, CA
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Prepared screens with proper mesh count, stencils, and emulsions.
- Adjusted tension settings on press according to job specifications.
- Conducted test runs of machines to proper operation.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and productivity.
- Mixed and matched inks according to job specifications.
- Verified accuracy of artwork before printing began by comparing it against original design file.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pioneer High School
Whittier, CA06-2004
Some College (No Degree) - GRAPHIC DESIGN
CERRITOS COLLEGE
CERRITOSSkills
- Computer Skills
- Communication
- Customer Relations
- Adobe Illustrator
- CorelDraw
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
HEAD PRINTER
BOWDOWN CLOTHING
09.2023 - 07.2024
SCREEN PRINT DARK ROOM
FRENCH PRESS CLOTHING
05.2021 - 08.2023
MANUAL SCREEN PRINTER
Active Impressions
03.2019 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Pioneer High School
Some College (No Degree) - GRAPHIC DESIGN
CERRITOS COLLEGE