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Roham Shaikhani

Oakland,CA

Summary

Dynamic Bindery Supervisor with a proven track record at Trade Litho, excelling in team management and quality control. Enhanced productivity through effective scheduling and machine maintenance, achieving timely project completion. Strong communicator and problem-solver, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement while ensuring high-quality standards in print production.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Bindery Supervisor

Trade Litho
05.1999 - 06.2025
  • Achieved timely completion of all projects by effectively managing deadlines and prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
  • Implemented quality control measures, minimizing errors and improving the overall quality of finished products.
  • Implemented a preventive maintenance program for bindery equipment, extending the life of machines and reducing overall repair costs.
  • Provided on-the-job training for new employees, ensuring they quickly became proficient in their roles and contributed positively to the team''s overall success.
  • Managed a team of bindery professionals, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration and innovation.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless integration of bindery operations within the organization.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to negotiate favorable pricing on materials while maintaining consistent delivery schedules.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams during high-volume periods to ensure all orders were completed accurately and on time while maintaining exceptional levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Actively participated in company-wide continuous improvement initiatives, sharing best practices from the bindery department with colleagues from other areas of the business.
  • Reduced downtime and increased overall productivity through proactive maintenance of bindery equipment.
  • Streamlined inventory management, ensuring timely availability of materials for smooth production operations.
  • Improved workflow by optimizing staff scheduling and delegating tasks effectively.
  • Increased employee morale and retention by providing regular feedback, recognition, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Prepared finished books for shipping by wrapping or packing books and stacking boxes on pallets.
  • Lubricated, cleaned and performed minor repairs to machine parts to keep machines in working condition.
  • Used large-volume hand machine punch and staplers to punch holes into paper sheets.
  • Used cutting and trimming machines to trim edges of books to appropriate size.
  • Inserted illustrated pages, extra sheets and collated sets into catalogs, periodicals, directories and other printed products.
  • Checked all finished products to detect and correct uneven paper edges and dimensional errors.
  • Used glue machines to glue endpapers, bindings, backings and signatures.
  • Used bone folders, knives, hammers and brass binding tools to bind new books.
  • Checked final products for quality and durability, ensuring high-quality and long-lasting work.
  • Recorded relevant job data in daily production logs and required forms, produced activity reports and discussed production with supervisors to identify areas in need of improvement.
  • Trimmed book edges using cutting machines and hand cutters.
  • Executed bindery tasks in accordance with company policies, safety protocols and job instructions to maintain consistent, high-quality standards and promote positive business reputation.
  • Trained new hires in quality and productivity standards to maximize team effectiveness.
  • Maintained continuous bindery machine functionality by adjusting rounding forms and creasing rams to meet job specifications.
  • Examined bindery products for quality issues, such as imperfect bindings, loose pages or uncut threads and corrected problems prior to customer delivery.
  • Stayed up-to-date on modern bindery techniques to meet market demands and increase quality output.
  • Stitched and glued endpapers and bindings to secure final products.

Bindery

Hunza Graphics
05.1989 - 05.1999

Same as above.

Education

No Degree - Humanities

Laney Colege
Oakland, CA

Skills

  • Health and safety
  • Machine maintenance
  • Team management
  • Deadline management
  • Employee training
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Workflow optimization
  • Production planning
  • Machine operation
  • Precision cutting
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Heavy lifting
  • Product packaging
  • Equipment safety
  • Relationship building
  • Equipment cleaning
  • Safety protocols
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Equipment operation
  • Self motivation
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Product inspection
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Quality control
  • Inventory control
  • Physical stamina
  • Adaptability
  • Assembly procedures
  • Quality assurance
  • Technical understanding
  • Troubleshooting
  • Workflow coordination
  • Shipment preparation
  • Professional demeanor
  • Work order review
  • Process improvement
  • Manual dexterity
  • Print production

Timeline

Bindery Supervisor

Trade Litho
05.1999 - 06.2025

Bindery

Hunza Graphics
05.1989 - 05.1999

No Degree - Humanities

Laney Colege
Roham Shaikhani