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Donald Kennedy

Clarksville

Summary

Dynamic Printing Press Operator with a strong mechanical aptitude and proven expertise at Jostens. Skilled in color management and workflow optimization, I consistently achieved high print quality while minimizing scrap. My attention to detail and proactive problem-solving ensured efficient project execution and client satisfaction.

Print Press Operator with capacity to prioritize workloads and meet tight deadlines. Actively takes on special projects to assist other team members.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Printing Press Operator

Jostens
03.2020 - Current
  • Set up and operated printing press machines.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
  • Analyzed account workload quantity, complexity and due dates to predict and prevent problems.
  • Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
  • Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
  • Maintained register during make-ready and productions processes.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
  • Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.

Printing Press Operator

Lewisburg Printing Company
03.2018 - 02.2020
  • Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
  • Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
  • Wrote clear and concise work instructions.
  • Set up and operated printing press machines.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
  • Analyzed account workload quantity, complexity and due dates to predict and prevent problems.
  • Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
  • Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
  • Maintained register during make-ready and productions processes.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
  • Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.

Printing Press Operator

Jostens
03.2012 - 02.2018
  • Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
  • Promptly removed completed loads from press.
  • Loaded and positioned unprinted materials.
  • Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
  • Set up and operated printing press machines.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
  • Analyzed account workload quantity, complexity and due dates to predict and prevent problems.
  • Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
  • Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
  • Maintained register during make-ready and productions processes.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
  • Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.

Press Jogger

Quad Graphics
09.2006 - 10.2010
  • Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
  • Successfully completed monthly safety training sessions.
  • Inspected machines and performed repairs.
  • Properly secured loads with security straps, covers and security seals.
  • Promptly removed completed loads from press.

Education

GED -

Warren County High School
McMinnville, TN

Skills

  • Color correcting
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Commercial press operation
  • Skilled with electric pallet jacks
  • Press maintenance
  • Pre-production assessment
  • Specification matching
  • Skilled at printing press operation
  • Workflow optimization
  • Detailed instruction application
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Color management

Timeline

Printing Press Operator

Jostens
03.2020 - Current

Printing Press Operator

Lewisburg Printing Company
03.2018 - 02.2020

Printing Press Operator

Jostens
03.2012 - 02.2018

Press Jogger

Quad Graphics
09.2006 - 10.2010

GED -

Warren County High School

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