Edward Nichols

• Cleaned up after job completion by disposing of hazardous materials in accordance with safety regulations.
• Operated equipment and made adjustments to settings to achieve proper quality and adherence to requirements.
• Used chemicals and solvents to clean equipment after paint applications.
• Monitored equipment to verify proper paint flow, viscosity and coating quality.
• Performed quality control checks during each step of the painting process to ensure accuracy.
• Engaged with the Central Safety Committee (CSC) to advance safety standards and practices.
• Engaged in safety emergency response efforts as part of a dedicated team.

(Sweat Team)

• Ensured quality control of all printed materials by monitoring press operations and making necessary adjustments.
• Reported any discrepancies or problems during production runs immediately to management staff.
• Evaluated employee performance regularly through verbal and written reviews and provided constructive feedback accordingly.
• Assigned tasks to pressroom personnel based on skill level, experience, and workloads.
• Conducted regular maintenance on presses to prevent downtime and maintain optimal performance levels.
• Collaborated with other departments such as sales, art direction, pre-press, and bindery to ensure successful completion of projects from start to finish.
• Developed standard operating procedures for press operations to improve safety and quality standards.
• Identified areas of improvement related to processes or procedures within the pressroom environment.
• Provided leadership support during times of change within the organization by helping employees adjust accordingly.
• Resolved technical issues with equipment quickly and effectively while minimizing disruptions in workflow.
• Supervised a team of 15+ employees in the press department, providing guidance, training, and feedback.

• Packaged items for shipment according to customer specifications or department standards.
• Tracked shipments using computer systems or manual methods to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Maintained accurate records of all shipping and receiving activities in the company database.
• Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Transported finished goods from production areas to designated storage locations within the facility.
• Provided customer service support by responding promptly to inquiries regarding shipping status or product availability.
• Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all safety regulations and procedures.
• Ensured compliance with safety standards when loading and unloading trucks or operating equipment.
• Performed regular cycle counts of inventory items in order to maintain accuracy within the system.
• Processed customer orders according to established guidelines.
• Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Coordinated with vendors to schedule deliveries and pickups as needed.
• Received and inspected incoming shipments for accuracy of items, quantity, and quality.
• Prepared bills of lading, customs forms, manifests, invoices, and other necessary documentation for international shipments according to government regulations.
• Utilized barcode scanning technology for tracking products throughout the supply chain process.
• Collaborated with team members across departments in order to resolve any discrepancies related to shipping and receiving operations.
• Organized warehouse materials including packing slips, labels, and other documents related to shipments.
• Assisted in maintaining a clean work environment by organizing shelves and disposing of waste materials properly.
• Developed relationships with carriers in order to secure competitive rates on freight services.
• Coached new staff preparing outgoing and receiving incoming shipments.
• Communicated with carrier representatives to follow specific procedures and make special delivery arrangements.
• Checked customer orders, labeling and documentation prior to shipment to avoid delays.
• Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
• Obtained required documentation to process shipments and support movement.
• Organized deliveries by sorting and stocking receivables
• Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
• Compared bills of lading against actual merchandise received, inspected for damaged goods and coordinated distribution to correct departments.
• Prepared packages for shipping and determined most economical shipping methods.
• Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.

• Inspected finished product for flaws or imperfections in the paint job.
• Repaired minor damage to painted items using a variety of touch up techniques.
• Ensured safe work practices were followed at all times by adhering to safety protocols.
• Stacked finished products onto pallets for shipment after completion of painting process.
• Performed additional duties as assigned by management.
• Loaded raw materials into hoppers, feeders or conveyor systems for painting process.
• Assisted in training new employees on operating procedures related to painting processes.
• Followed standard operating procedures while performing tasks related to paint lines.
• Cleaned and maintained all spray guns, hoses, booths and other paint-related equipment.
• Monitored the quality of painted parts to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations involving the paint line machinery.

• Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
• Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
• Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
• Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Assisted in the setup of production lines according to customer specifications.
• Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
• Maintained production and quality documentation.
• Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.