Dave Kumar
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Detail-oriented Printing Press Operator with 17 years of experience. Expert in production scheduling and monitoring, I consistently deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Flexographic Press Operator
Alphapoly Flexible Packaging
12.2021 - 11.2024
- Proofed all job orders, securing the supervisor's approval before production.
- Operated press to achieve the highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Examined job orders for color and print to customer specifications.
- Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Participated in team meetings, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Supervisor/Senior Press Operator
Millennium Flexible Packaging Inc.
11.2016 - 04.2021
- Managed scheduling, inventory, and order management to increase production
- organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Implemented process improvements, co-worker training and supervision, quality control
- Upheld Health and safety compliance in the food industry while adhering to packaging standards
- Created and managed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Troubleshoot press malfunctions and performed necessary repairs to restore functionality.
Custodian
Peel District Catholic School Board
03.2015 - 12.2015
- Sanitized and spot-cleaned furniture, blackboards, mirrors, wastebaskets, garbage cans, and carpets. (St. Basil Catholic Elementary School)
- Handled spills, accidents, and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shifts.
Associate
Bailey Metal Processing Ltd.·
07.2013 - 02.2015
- maintained the production flow of material to be tagged and shipped
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
Press Operator/Extruder Operator
Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
01.2003 - 09.2013
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Operated diverse printing presses to produce high-quality printed material within tight deadlines (Utico CI presses and a manual CI WH machine).
Education
High School Diploma -
Peckham Manor
London, England03-1985
Skills
- Supervisory Experience
- Technical troubleshooting
- Production scheduling
- Production monitoring
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Flexographic Press Operator
Alphapoly Flexible Packaging
12.2021 - 11.2024
Supervisor/Senior Press Operator
Millennium Flexible Packaging Inc.
11.2016 - 04.2021
Custodian
Peel District Catholic School Board
03.2015 - 12.2015
Associate
Bailey Metal Processing Ltd.·
07.2013 - 02.2015
Press Operator/Extruder Operator
Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
01.2003 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Peckham Manor
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