William Lincoln
Graphical Operator Station Q.I. Press Controls
First Press Operator
Louisville, KY
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Support the growth and profitability of an organization that challenges, encourages advancement, rewards achievement, and provides opportunities to contribute and utilize the substantial experience, skills, and knowledge I possess in the field of printing. Work Experience
Flexographic Pressman
Discount Labels – New Albany, IN
January 2018 to May 2020 (laid off due to COVID-19)
• Operate Mark Andy Domino press
Flexographic Pressman
Fort Dearborn – Louisville, KY
October 2016 to June 2017
• Operated Gallus flexo press
• Operated Mark Andy flexo press
First Pressman
Columbus Dispatch - Columbus, OH
January 2013 to October 2015
• Operated TKS M-72 10 unit Web Press
• Operated Top Color 6000 Tower unit
• Operated 3V Foldex Corporation NJ2C Folder
• Color Registration on Graphical Operator Station Q.I. Press Controls Lead Operator
Print Fulfillment Services - Louisville, KY
June 2010 to November 2012
• Certified HP Indigo Press Operator/ Trainer
• Certified HP Smart Stream Production Pro Print Server
• Certified Smart Stream Designer for Adobe InDesign CS3 & Quark Xpress 7.3 Supervisory Peripheral Equipment Operator
U.S. Census Bureau - Jeffersonville, IN
August 2009 to February 2010
• Responsible for the supervision of peripheral equipment operators who operate high speed printing equipment.
• Provided work schedules, priorities, deadlines, work specifications, standards of quality and quantity,
etc.
• Improved on work methods and procedures used to produce work products.
• Fostered an environment of open communication in the workforce through advocating teamwork, innovation prevention, and customer satisfaction.
• Developed and recommended performance standards, ratings, request and recommended promotions, reassignments, or other status changes or recognition of outstanding performance of assigned employees.
Lead Operator
Print Fulfillment Services - Louisville, KY
December 2008 to August 2009
• Certified HP Indigo Press Operator/ Trainer
• Certified HP Smart Stream Production Pro Print Server
• Certified Smart Stream Designer for Adobe InDesign CS3 & QuarkXpress 7.3
• Xerox IGen3 Operator
Lead Operator
V.G. Reed & Sons - Louisville, KY
October 2005 to May 2007
• Operated two Oce Vario Stream 7000 &7650 Digital Web Press
• Prepared run sheet for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift
• Cleaned and preformed make ready for HP Indigo Press S2000
• Formatted files form customers to V.G. Reeds database
• Managed two helpers on Heidelberg finishing units Reprographic Manager/Multimedia Assistant
Trial Graphix - Washington, DC
August 2003 to May 2004
• Created black & white/color/photo enlargements
• Mounting, and laminating
• X-ray duplication
• Managed two personnel for pick-up, delivery, and Fed Ex
• Installed audiovisual equipment (Elmo, overhead projector, audio, and laptops)
• Worked on-site with clients, providing presentation and technical assistance. DocuTech Operator
Global Printing Inc - Washington, DC
September 2002 to May 2003
• Operated DocuTech 6115
• Operated DocuColor 2060
• Scanned and stored documents in Global Printing database
• Finishing production (GBC, Coil, Wire, Polar cutter, and 3-hole drill) Press Assistant
Scientific Games Inc - Alpharetta, GA
May 2001 to November 2001
• Cleaned and prepared cylinders for "make readys"
• Loaded inks
• Ran viscosity checks on all inks
• Cleaned and shipped used cylinders for storage
• Disposed of hazardous waste according to OSHA rules and regulation SKILLS:
• Certified HP Indigo Press Operator 7000, 5000, 3050, and S2000
• Experienced with Xerox IGen3, DocuTech6115, DocuColor2060, and Fiery ZX, Oce Vario Steam 7000 & 7650.
• Proficient with PC following programs: Word, PowerPoint, PageMaker, Photoshop, Adobe InDesign CS3.
• Proficient with Macintosh following program: Quark Xpress 7.3
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to identify problems and implement effective solutions
• Disciplined and well organized; possess the ability to function smoothly in pressure situations with a high rate of efficiency