VINCENT DOWDALL
FLEXOGRAPHIC PRINTER
St. Margaret’s,
Meakstown,
Co. Dublin.
Email:
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Tel:
PROFILE
Dedicated, hardworking and skilled Flexographic Printer with over 15 years
experience and a strong
commitment to quality and service. Extremely reliable with a pragmatic
approach to solving complex issues
and finding effective solutions. Meticulous attention to detail with proven
project management, organisation
and interpersonal skills. Excels at meeting objectives using own initiative and
adept at multitasking in time
pressured environments. Seeking challenging position where current attributes,
knowledge and expertise can
be utilised and enhanced.
KEY STRENGTHS
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Fully qualified printer with 13 year commercial experience
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Experienced with 4, 6 and 8 colour optimum F&K print presses
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Familiar with the use of SAP and Spider computer systems
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Proven ability to understand job requirements and deliver efficient results
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Effective at prioritising tasks and managing schedules to meet deadlines
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Fast turnaround and changeover with strong professional and personal work
standards
EMPLOYMENT
2011-2013 Australian flexo printer lead flexographic printer
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Trained staff on FnK 10DF while also running existing jobs and helping
company improve it's overall print process
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Learned kuen yeun 8 colour press from operation manual and brought staff
up to speed
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Learned and gained valuable experience in laminating and waxing
1997-2010 Amcore Flexibles, Flexographic Print Operator
Jamestown Road, Finglas, Dublin 11
(Formally Alcan Packaging & Superior)
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Started as apprentice in this company specialising in food packaging solutions
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Trained in all aspects of the printing process including gravure printing
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Promoted to a 4 colour press and subsequently 6 and 8 colour F&K optimum
presses
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Carried out precise and detailed instructions from job orders
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Assessed requirements and organised job sequence, retrieving the required ink
and materials
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Inspected printing plates and cylinder before setting up, loading and adjusting
press for each job
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Managed print runs from start to finish ensuring deadlines were adhered to
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Consistently monitored job for quality during print runs
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Identified possible errors and took prompt action to correct them
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Checked preciseness of details against specifications and passed jobs for colour
and quality
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Self-initiated the start up and running of jobs in keeping with the production
schedule
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Oversaw assistants and apprentices, giving appropriate instructions
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Kept workspace clean and organised for efficiency in shift changeover
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Adhered to all safety guidelines and completed relevant paperwork and logs
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Assisted other employees in production process improvements
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Provided quick and efficient changeover of inks and plates
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Met standards for output and spoilage
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Performed routine equipment maintenance and upkeep
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Customers included Tayto, Mars / Cadbury’s / Henry Denny and other major
food companies
Vincent Dowdall CV
EMPLOYMENT Continued
1995-1997 Part-Time Employment
Crazy Prices Supermarket, Store Assistant
Finglas, Dublin 11
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Served customers and assisted with shop display and stock levels
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Dealt with customer queries and issues
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Cleaned floors and stacked shelves
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Other ad hoc duties as required
Northway House, Bar Staff
Finglas, Dublin 11
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Served drinks to customers
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Ensured tables, bar and floor area were kept clean and tidy at all times
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Assisted with deliveries and stock taking
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Cellar duties including cleaning lines, rotating stock and general maintenance
EDUCATION & TRAINING
2010 Digital Printing D.I.T
Bolton Street, Dublin 1
Fire Crew Training In-House
1997-2001 Apprentice Printer D.I.T.,
Bolton Street, Dublin 1
1995 Leaving Certificate Colaiste Eoin,
Finglas, Dublin 11
1993 Junior Certificate Colaiste Eoin,
Finglas, Dublin 11
HOBBIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
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Football -
Member of Mellows BDF, Finglas Football Club and Ballymun United
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Managed Northway Rangers under 10 Football Team
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Golf -
Society Golf
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Cycling -
Recreational
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President’s Bronze award
– achieved during transition year in school
REFERENCES
Available on Request
Vincent Dowdall CV