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Skills
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Jens Hansen

Printer
St Catharines,ON

Summary

Highly motivated sheetfed offset pressman, with extensive experience on Heidelberg and Komori presses, as well as Miller and Adast presses.

Served apprenticeship in Offset Lithography in the UK.

Operated presses in the UK and Bermuda before settling in Canada.

Currently and for the past 5 years operating an 8 colour Heidelberg XL106 perfector with coater.

Works with a positive and flexible mindset in all situations and willing to go the extra mile.

A great team player, happy to help out in other departments when the need arises.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1

BPIF/NGA Certification in Offset Lithography (British)

Work History

Heidelberg Offset Pressman

Printing By Innovation (PBI)
08.2018 - Current
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through strong communication skills and teamwork efforts.
  • Delivered consistent results under tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks effectively and working well under pressure.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement through participation in ongoing training programs.
  • Ensured accurate color matching through the diligent use of densitometers and spectrophotometers.
  • Reduced waste by monitoring material usage, recycling excess materials, and adjusting press settings as needed.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet deadlines for high-volume print jobs efficiently.
  • Maintained high-quality prints with routine inspection of plates, ink, and paper alignment.
  • Improved safety in the workplace by adhering to guidelines and training new employees on proper procedures.
  • Achieved customer satisfaction targets consistently by delivering high-quality printed products within specified deadlines.
  • Supported clients'' needs by providing consultation on appropriate printing techniques for their projects.
  • Helped maintain an organized workspace through effective inventory management practices.
  • Enhanced print quality by performing regular press maintenance and color calibrations.
  • Aided in the successful completion of large-scale projects through collaborative problem-solving with colleagues.
  • Minimized downtime by troubleshooting mechanical issues and performing prompt repairs.
  • Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Checked job information at each press to verify that correct ink was delivered.
  • Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
  • Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
  • Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
  • Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
  • Analyzed account workload quantity, complexity and due dates to predict and prevent problems.
  • Properly secured loads with security straps, covers and security seals.

Heidelberg Offset Pressman

Pinnacle Litho
01.2007 - 07.2018

Operating a 4 colour Heidelberg Printmaster and 4 colour and coater Heidelberg SX75

Adast Offset Pressman

Spiral Graphics
06.2004 - 12.2006

Operating a 5 colour Adast Offset Press.

Komori Offset Pressman

Peele Graphics
11.2001 - 05.2002
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through strong communication skills and teamwork efforts.
  • Delivered consistent results under tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks effectively and working well under pressure.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement through participation in ongoing training programs.
  • Ensured accurate color matching through the diligent use of densitometers and spectrophotometers.
  • Reduced waste by monitoring material usage, recycling excess materials, and adjusting press settings as needed.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet deadlines for high-volume print jobs efficiently.
  • Maintained high-quality prints with routine inspection of plates, ink, and paper alignment.
  • Improved safety in the workplace by adhering to guidelines and training new employees on proper procedures.
  • Achieved customer satisfaction targets consistently by delivering high-quality printed products within specified deadlines.
  • Supported clients'' needs by providing consultation on appropriate printing techniques for their projects.
  • Helped maintain an organized workspace through effective inventory management practices.
  • Enhanced print quality by performing regular press maintenance and color calibrations.
  • Aided in the successful completion of large-scale projects through collaborative problem-solving with colleagues.
  • Minimized downtime by troubleshooting mechanical issues and performing prompt repairs.
  • Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Checked job information at each press to verify that correct ink was delivered.
  • Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
  • Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
  • Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
  • Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
  • Analyzed account workload quantity, complexity and due dates to predict and prevent problems.
  • Properly secured loads with security straps, covers and security seals.

Komori Pressman

Island Press
01.1991 - 11.2001
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by consistently meeting project deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Set up and operated printing press machines.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Promptly removed completed loads from press.
  • Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
  • Loaded and positioned unprinted materials.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
  • Inspected machines and performed repairs.
  • Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
  • Maintained register during make-ready and productions processes.
  • Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
  • Applied appropriate packing sheets to cylinders to build up blanket of thickness.
  • Produced high-quality brochures, flyers, four-color artwork and mailers.
  • Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
  • Enhanced print quality by adjusting ink fountains and performing regular press maintenance.
  • Achieved faster turnaround times with expert knowledge in setting up presses for various substrates and ink systems.
  • Optimized press performance through precise calibrations of pressure settings, roller adjustments, and blanket alignments.
  • Provided technical expertise in plate mounting, registration adjustments, and other critical aspects of the printing process.

Education

Certificate In Lithographic Printing - Printing

N&W Litho Ltd.
Truro, Cornwall, UK.

5 'O' Levels - English Literature+Language, Sociology, Drama,R.EE

Camborne Technical College
Camborne, Cornwall, UK.
03.1981

Skills

Sheetfed offset printing

Press maintenance

Registration adjustment

Paper selection

Feeder operation

Offset press operation

Quality control processes

Equipment troubleshooting

Equipment inspection

Safety and environmental compliance

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Multitasking

Multitasking Abilities

Reliability

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Active listening

Effective communication

Adaptability and flexibility

Safety awareness

Material handling

Decision-making

Machinery operation

Relationship building

Equipment cleaning

Task prioritization

Self motivation

Technical troubleshooting

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Goal setting

Professionalism

Product inspection

Interpersonal communication

Quality control

Time management abilities

Continuous improvement

Inventory management

Adaptability

Written communication

Color correcting

Roller setting

Professional demeanor

Problem-solving aptitude

Work order interpretation

Equipment calibration

Workflow coordination

Mechanical aptitude

Order verification

Quality control analysis

Proofreading

Print production

Print run sampling

Ink mixing

Team building

Work order preparation

Quality assurance

Production reporting

Equipment controls

Plate mounting

Color management

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

BPIF/NGA Certification. 1990

  • Offset Lithography
  • Ontario Driver's License
  • HACCP Canada Packaging Training. 2022
  • Lift Truck Certification
  • OSG Certificate in Workplace Wellbeing
  • OHRC Certificate in Working Together: Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians With Disabilities Act.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leaveStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing401k match4-day work week

Timeline

Heidelberg Offset Pressman

Printing By Innovation (PBI)
08.2018 - Current

Heidelberg Offset Pressman

Pinnacle Litho
01.2007 - 07.2018

Adast Offset Pressman

Spiral Graphics
06.2004 - 12.2006

Komori Offset Pressman

Peele Graphics
11.2001 - 05.2002

Komori Pressman

Island Press
01.1991 - 11.2001

Certificate In Lithographic Printing - Printing

N&W Litho Ltd.

5 'O' Levels - English Literature+Language, Sociology, Drama,R.EE

Camborne Technical College
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