Blair Powell
Smethwick,West Midlands
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in specialty printing techniques and printing press setup, demonstrating exceptional detail orientation in prints. Holds certifications in Bobcat equipment, counterbalance, and overhead crane operation class I-IV. Proficient in quality assurance checks, control panel operation, and workflow management, with a strong understanding of 5S practices and OSHA regulations. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency in all operations.
Offering strong foundation in mechanical aptitude and problem-solving. Knowledgeable about machine operation, safety protocols, and teamwork. Ready to use and develop attention to detail, time management, and adaptability in any manufacturing role.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Hydraulic / Mechanical Press Operator
PacificManufactoring
fairfield, ohioh
2022.03 - 2025.01
- Loaded raw materials onto printing machines, expediting production process.
- Followed strict safety measures whilst operating heavy machinery, thus reducing accidents at the workplace.
- Performed minor repairs on machinery to minimise downtime during shifts.
- Adjusted machine settings for desired press effect, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Inspected materials to check cut, shape and finish met quality standards.
- Monitored all stages of parts preparation and processing for excellent quality and efficiency.
- Input CNC programmes from technical blueprints to achieve accurate results.
- Intoperation erpreted basic engineering drawings for accurate, reliable task completion.
- Operate 50-ton overhead crane and a standard counterbalance class I
Printing press operator
Multi-Color Corporation
Batavia, Ohio USA, Warren
2013.05 - 2017.11
- Double-checked proofs against original copy to catch any errors before going into mass production.
- Operated large-scale industrial printing press for production of thousands of printed materials.
- Evaluated job orders to determine quantities to be printed, stock specifications, colours and any special printing instructions.
- Maintained equipment in peak condition with regular cleaning, lubrication and minor repairs.
- Calibrated printers for optimum performance before each shift began.
- Analysed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
- Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
- Properly secured loads with security straps, covers and security seals.
- Logged, trafficked and updated projects in job management software.
- Wrote clear and concise work instructions.
- Mixed ink and solvents to meet normal standards.
- Completed specialised training courses on digital and offset lithography to enhance skill set.
Education
A-Levels - Accounting and Law
Brown Mackie College
Sharonville, Ohio /2007 - /2008
Skills
- Specialty printing techniques
- Printing press setup
- Detail orientation in prints
- Bobcat equipment certification
- Certified in counterbalance and overhead crane operation class I-IV
- Detailed oriented
- Knowledge of 5S practices
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations
- Quality assurance checks
- Control panel operation
- Workflow management
Timeline
Hydraulic / Mechanical Press Operator
PacificManufactoring
2022.03 - 2025.01
Printing press operator
Multi-Color Corporation
2013.05 - 2017.11
A-Levels - Accounting and Law
Brown Mackie College
/2007 - /2008