Stephen Derderian
West Warwick,RI
Summary
Accomplished Print Production Manager with a proven track record at LifeSpan: Rhode Island, enhancing workflow optimization and client relations. Expert in quality assurance and production scheduling. Skilled in client communication and estimating costs, ensuring projects meet strict deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Print Production Manager
Lifespan: Rhode Island Hospital
09.2016 - Current
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
Print Purchasing Manager
TwoBolt
04.1992 - 08.2016
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
Print Estimator
Mercury Print and Mail
04.1992 - 08.2016
- Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
- Assessed risks and uncertainties to identify potential challenges and prepare contingency plans.
- Utilized cost-estimating software to streamline estimating processes and produce accurate and reliable estimates.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
Digital Press Operator
Mercury Print and Mail
04.1992 - 08.2016
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
- Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
- Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
Offset Press Operator
Mercury Print and Mail
04.1992 - 08.2016
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Operated diverse printing presses to produce high-quality printed material within tight deadlines
- Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coventry High School
Coventry, RI05.1988
High School Diploma -
West Bay Graphic Arts
Coventry, United States05.1988
Skills
- Client Communication
- Estimating costs
- Quality Assurance
- Deadline Management
- Production Scheduling
- Quality Control
- Color Management
- Client Relations
- Safety Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Product Planning
Timeline
Print Production Manager
Lifespan: Rhode Island Hospital
09.2016 - Current
Print Purchasing Manager
TwoBolt
04.1992 - 08.2016
Print Estimator
Mercury Print and Mail
04.1992 - 08.2016
Digital Press Operator
Mercury Print and Mail
04.1992 - 08.2016
Offset Press Operator
Mercury Print and Mail
04.1992 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Coventry High School
High School Diploma -
West Bay Graphic Arts
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