Shania Stricklett

• Prepared ink formulations according to specified color and viscosity standards.
• Operated mixing machines to ensure consistent ink quality and performance.
• Conducted regular quality checks on ink batches for compliance with specifications.
• Maintained inventory levels of raw materials and supplies for production needs.
• Collaborated with production teams to troubleshoot ink-related issues during runs.
• Trained new staff on proper handling and mixing of inks and safety protocols.
• Ensured workspace cleanliness and adherence to safety regulations in the facility.
• Maintained and monitored the ink inventory levels to ensure that sufficient supplies were available.
• Developed new inks or modified existing inks to meet customer needs and industry standards.
• Verified that print jobs met customer specifications by conducting visual inspections of completed work.
• Provided technical assistance to customers regarding the selection of appropriate inks for their projects.
• Calibrated printers using spectrophotometers, densitometers, and other precision instruments.
• Mixes pigments according to standard formulas or customizes colors according to customer requests.
• Trained new employees on processes related to ink formulation and print production operations.
• Evaluated the performance of various types of inks for different substrates under varying conditions.
• Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient production workflows.
• Collaborated with teams to improve operational processes and reduce waste.
• inventory management and stock replenishment activities.
• Applied expertise with color management tools to reduce time spent on color matching and colorway creation.
• Coordinated international travel for the establishment of ink laboratories and conducted comprehensive training for ink technicians.
• Executed preparation of printing plates for lithographic offset printing presses.

• Operated ink mixing equipment to ensure optimal color consistency and quality.
• Conducted routine maintenance on printing machinery, minimizing downtime and maintaining performance standards.
• Collaborated with production teams to troubleshoot ink-related issues, enhancing workflow efficiency.
• Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for ink preparation processes, improving operational efficiency.
• Trained junior technicians in proper ink handling techniques and safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Led initiatives for ink formulation improvements, resulting in reduced waste and increased productivity across shifts.

Executed machine operations in a team environment, focusing on quality and precision in finishing processes.

Oversaw machine setup and product packaging, maintaining quality standards for warehouse readiness.

• Operated production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality output.
• Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions promptly.
• Conducted routine maintenance checks to uphold safety standards and minimize downtime.
• Trained new operators on machine functions and safety protocols, enhancing team efficiency.
• Collaborated with quality control teams to maintain product specifications and reduce defects.

Programming and basic IT