Technician Sales
Resume:
Matthew Blumenkrantz
Fair Oaks, California 95628
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Objective
I would like an opportunity to broaden my knowledge in my industry and am open to
expanding into sales and or production. I have 18 + years working in my field and 12
plus years in leadership successfully training others within the scope of pre-press
plating objectives, equipment maintenance, inventory-purchasing, leadership, pre-
press technician at leadership level.
Work Experience
Machine Inspector/Operator
6/2008 – 7/2010 Cenveo Graphic Communications, Rancho Cordova, California
Machine Inspector/Operator June 2008 to July 2010 Responsibilities:
** Assist in the printing and manufacturing of various primary and return envelopes for
various industries. ** Supported and participated in action plans and success stories. **
Uphold highest standard of quality through frequent monitoring of successful operation
of machinery to produce product **Frequently monitor completed product to meet or
exceed tolerance standards ** Maintain production priorities and goals. ** Assist in the
Internal Auditors standard procedure to meet quality control compliance **Assist in the
setup of printed materials i.e. paper rolls, ink, glue gums **Ensure accuracy of
completed documentation of all completed product
Pre-Press CTP Technician-Lead
11/1991 - 12/2006 Harte-Hanks, PennySaver, Rancho Cordova, California
Pre-Press CTP Technician-Lead August 2005 to December 2006 Responsibilities: **
Ensured the throughput and quality of all products while coordinating plate production.
** Maintained production priorities and goals. ** Supported and participated in action
plans and success stories. ** Assisted in scheduling of vacations and coordinating with
other Shift Supervisors to avoid scheduling conflicts. ** Coached and disciplined
within the shift. **Developed and ensured follow-up on action plans. **Ensured
compliance to standards of performance **Developed plans to help staff members
which may be under performing. **Evaluated employees work performance **
Maintained a safe and clean work environment, ensuring OSHA compliance ** Kept
accurate inventory and the establishing of controls. ** Ordered production supplies. **
Ensured adherence and completion of shift goals. ** Assisted in the establishment of
daily, weekly and long-term goals. ** Assisted internal training programs as needed. **
Served as a liaison between the Art/PennySaver Book areas and the Sales
organization. **Kodak-Creo Trendsetter Newspaper Uptime Certificate (Vancouver
B.C. Facility October 2005) ** Was on call 24-hours-a-day~
• Pre Press Imager Technician II-Maintenance September1996-
August 2005 Responsibilities: ** Worked closely with all department managers and
supervisors to insure co-operation, communication, and a smooth production
process and successful problem solving.** Conducted interviews and recruits
employees in the camera and plate making areas.** Provided raining on
equipment and procedures that is within the scope of camera (Imaging) and plate
making to all staff who must use the equipment on a regular basis.**
Recommended disciplines and conducts the evaluation of personnel in camera and
plate making.** Scheduled the personnel assigned to Camera and plate making to
assure camera coverage for the Art department and Press department at all times
to assure maximum efficiency.** Assured compliance with established deadlines
and working procedures.** Maintained a clean, orderly, safe and fully functioning
camera and plate making operation.** Performed routine preventative maintenance
of photographic (Imaging) and plate making equipment and establishes a regular
schedule.** Contacted outside repair technicians when necessary and following up
in the cause of any problems they may experience.** Troubleshooted and corrected
minor to intermediary mechanical and electrical problems. ** Ordered and
maintained inventories of all photographic and platemaking supplies and
accommodating reorder levels. Forklift experience. ** Contacted vendors, gathered
information, and researched equipment and supplies to keep up with competitive
prices and to keep current with the marketplace.** Assured consistent and high
quality production from the Camera, platemaking and Art department staff.
Camera Operator - Plating – Stripping (Part Time)
April 2000 to June 2002: Herald Printing Company – Sacramento, CA
• Organize incoming artwork
• Make camera shots after deciding on proper reproduction-
• Cataloging camera shots
• Composes camera shots to appropriate specification
• Assures expedient work flow
• Performed other related duties as assigned
Processing press-ready plating
Education
6/1992 West Valley College, Saratoga, CA
• Phography I & II, MS Word, Basic Macintosh, General Education
9/1987 and 1/1991 Central County Occupational Center, San Jose, CA
• Graphic Design
Skills
Digital Imager, Printer, Forklift Operator
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