Manager Management

KAVI MENSAH

** * *** **., #** ( Newark, New Jersey 07107

973-***-**** (h) 973-***-**** (c) ( *******@*****.***

PRESSROOM SUPERVISOR

Results-oriented printing professional with extensive experience improving

quality and profitability in digital, offset lithography, flexography and

gravure printing operations. Accomplished in implementing new technologies

to increase productivity and support growth. Specialize in working with

customers to secure additional business, resolve problems and promote

overall customer satisfaction. Hands-on manager experienced in all

technologies, equipment and processes for successfully completing a wide

range of printing projects.

Areas of expertise

Printing Operations ( Quality Control ( Project Management ( Process

Improvement

Financial Management ( Tone & Color Management ( Scheduling & Planning

Workflow Management ( Technical Expertise ( Problem Resolution (

Competitive Bidding

Team Leadership ( Customer Relations ( Vendor Management ( Contract

Negotiations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Hammer Packaging, Printing Intern (Co-op), 2008

Printing Applications Lab, Rochester Institute of Technology, Print Media &

Lab Assistant, 2008

US Security Associates, Security Officer, 2003-2007

Tema Press, Press Manager, 1997-2002

Tema Press, Print Production Manager, 1994-1997

HAMMER PACKAGING ( Rochester, New York

A $100 million printing company that processes more than 22 million labels

annually, from pre-press to finishing, on 12 presses at 3 locations.

Printing Intern (Co-op)

Assisted in all aspects of flexography and sheet-fed offset lithography

printing, supporting senior craftsmen in successful execution of a wide

range of projects. Documented job tickets and file cabinets. Cleaned and

disposed of reel cores and litters for recycling.

. Enhanced overall operations by streamlining files to allow for better

accessibility.

. Gained significant exposure to U.S. industrial printing and working

environment.

TEMA PRESS ( Tema, Ghana

Mid-size press providing all printing for the government of Ghana. Employed

more than 150 people.

Press Manager

Promoted to lead entire printing function, establishing strategies,

processes and tactical plans to consistently increase revenue. Supervised

both administrative and technical services. Assisted with large orders and

key customer relationships to ensure contract delivery. Managed external

printing contractors with a focus on quality and pricing. Directed frequent

corporate initiatives to improve performance and profitability with new

technologies, better processes and problem resolution. Provided ongoing

training to junior staff and served as a resource company-wide for best

practices.

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. Increased total corporate revenue from $18 million in 2000 to $23

million in 2002 by identifying and securing jobs in new industries.

. Key contributor in successfully repositioning company into competitive

bidding with large, international print houses, securing both government

and corporate contracts by improving quality and demonstrating value.

Print Production Manager

Managed all aspects of print production for marketing acquisitions and

fulfillment manufacturing, overseeing the entire project lifecycle from

planning to execution. Coordinated multiple vendors, including tendering

RFQs, negotiating contracts and monitoring delivery of products to the

letter shop. Served as the main point of customer contact. Managed customer

expectations, resolved problems, and ensured on time and budget

deliverables.

. Delivered 4 million ballot papers worth $150,000 in a record time.

. Led team to increase production and revenue from $14 million to $17

million, bringing financial stability to the company.

. Generated indirect publicity and advertisement by introducing the

company's soccer team for competitive games with other companies.

Career Note: Additional employment includes Advent Press Internship and

Catholic Press Internship at Accra as well as Director of Atibie Junior

High School. Full details available on request.

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Printing, Media & Communication Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology ( Rochester, New York

Bachelor of Arts in Printing and Editing

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology ( Kumasi, Ghana

Certification "A" Post-Secondary in Child Psychology and Education

Presbyterian Training College ( Akropong-Akwapim, Ghana

SELECTED TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point; Macintosh; Adobe Photoshop, InDesign

and Illustrator

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