Thomas Elders
Menifee,CA
Summary
I'm an experienced screen printer seeking full-time employment. I have 12 years' experience in all aspects of screen printing including spot color, CMYK and simulated process. I have operated both manual and automatic presses. I'm also proficient with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Thank you for reviewing my qualifications. I look forward to hearing from you.
Thomas
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Screen Printer
Slap Ink
Temecula, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Setup screen printing presses for various projects.
- Maintained inventory of all necessary supplies and equipment.
- Prepared screens with proper mesh count, stencils, and emulsions.
- Cleaned screens with solvents and power washers to ensure quality prints.
- Inspected finished products for any imperfections or defects.
- Operated flash dryers to cure inks after each color application.
- Performed regular maintenance on all machines and equipment used in screen printing process.
- Troubleshot problems as they arose during production runs.
- Ensured that production deadlines were met while maintaining quality standards.
- Developed new techniques to improve efficiency and productivity of workflow processes.
- Used Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to separate and print films for screen printing,
- Processed orders daily, managed production and shipment systems.
- Inspected and repaired printing and design equipment.
- Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
- Adjusted temperature controls of ovens and other heating equipment.
- Examined and inspected products to identify defects and variations.
- Monitored temperature settings on heat-set ovens for curing plastisol inks.
- Worked with clients to design custom prints including images and color.
- Mixed ink for correct color viscosity and tested mixes for temperature.
- Conferred with co-workers to gather information about order details, processing plans and problems.
EMC Lab Magnager
DNB Engineering
Fullerton, CA
02.1998 - 01.2021
- Experience not relevant to position.
Screen Printer
Picture That
Ontario, CA
06.1995 - 02.1998
- Setup of screen printing presses for various projects.
- Maintained inventory of all necessary supplies and equipment.
- Prepared screens with proper mesh count, stencils, and emulsions.
- Cleaned screens with solvents and power washers to ensure quality prints.
- Inspected finished products for any imperfections or defects.
- Operated flash dryers to cure inks after each color application.
- Performed regular maintenance on all machines and equipment used in screen printing process.
- Troubleshot problems as they arose during production runs.
- Ensured that production deadlines were met while maintaining quality standards.
- Developed new techniques to improve efficiency and productivity of workflow processes.
- Verified accuracy of artwork before printing began by comparing it against original design file.
- Monitored temperature settings on heat-set ovens for curing plastisol inks.
- Kept track of daily orders and shipments.
- Examined and inspected products to identify defects and variations.
- Conferred with co-workers to gather information about order details, processing plans and problems.
Education
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Riverside City College
Riverside, CA06-1993
High School Diploma -
John W. North High School
Riverside, CA06-1986
Skills
- Screen printing
- Screen preparation
- Color separation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe software
- Some experience with DTG
Timeline
Screen Printer
Slap Ink
08.2023 - Current
EMC Lab Magnager
DNB Engineering
02.1998 - 01.2021
Screen Printer
Picture That
06.1995 - 02.1998
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Riverside City College
High School Diploma -
John W. North High School
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