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Geoffrey Cartlidge

Leamington,ON

Summary

Dynamic Offset Press Operator with extensive experience at Vistaprint NA, excelling in press maintenance and problem-solving. Proven ability to enhance printing quality and optimize workflow through effective teamwork and collaboration. Committed to safety and efficiency, consistently delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines. Strong mechanical aptitude drives operational success.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Offset Press Operator

Vistaprint NA
04.2005 - 03.2025
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing workload.
  • Managed inventory levels for supplies such as paper, ink, plates, blankets, ensuring proper stock was available for upcoming jobs.
  • Contributed to a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and reporting potential hazards.
  • Sustained excellent attendance record, contributing to overall productivity within the team.
  • Enhanced printing quality by regularly maintaining and cleaning offset press equipment.
  • Developed strong working relationships with coworkers facilitating collaboration on complex projects.
  • also trained/performed on Polar Mohr cutter systems prior to offset press training for 14 years
  • performed maintenance and upkeep on cutters, banding systems and jogger systems

Cutting Machine Operator

MMC Label Solutions
01.1997 - 04.2005
  • Took materials and cut to proper dimensions based on production order specifications.
  • Reported issues or problems to management relating to materials to be cut.
  • Managed large workload of quality production in fast-paced environment with interruptions and tight deadlines.
  • Operated large cutting machines to make detailed custom cuts for various types of products.
  • Read work order and verified required pre-fabrication work.
  • Contributed to a positive customer experience by delivering cut pieces that met or exceeded expectations in terms of quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and customer requirements.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and increase efficiency.
  • Maximized machine uptime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving technical issues that arose during operation.
  • Sharpened and changed blades per set schedule to prevent quality decay.
  • Operated cutting machine according to all safety protocols.

Education

No Degree - Anthropology

University of Windsor
Windsor, ON

Skills

  • Offset press operation
  • Plate making
  • Registration adjustment
  • Feeder adjustments
  • Bindery equipment
  • Press maintenance
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Safety awareness
  • Computer literacy
  • Strong mechanical aptitude

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Interests

  • Avid Reader
  • Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
  • Participate in golf and racquetball, as recreational activities to maintain physical fitness
  • I like looking at the stars and learning about constellations
  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Camping
  • Acting and Theater

Timeline

Offset Press Operator

Vistaprint NA
04.2005 - 03.2025

Cutting Machine Operator

MMC Label Solutions
01.1997 - 04.2005

No Degree - Anthropology

University of Windsor

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