Brenton Smith
Salisbury North,SA
Summary
I am a highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. With a strong work ethic and adaptability, I am adept at working effectively unsupervised and have a diverse range of skills from binding to printing. Previous employment has provided me with experience in fast-paced work environments and have gained skills to accommodate to last-minute changes. As a skilled professional, I have great pride in my work and consistently produce high quality products.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bindery Worker
Adelaide Image Printing
Torrensville, SA
01.2019 - Current
- Cut sheets according to size specifications using cutting knives or electronic trimmers.
- Stacked completed books into boxes or crates ready for shipping or storage.
- Operated guillotines, folding machines, stitchers, collators and other specialized equipment as required.
- Wrapped finished products in protective packaging prior to distribution.
- Assembled components into booklets utilizing perfect binding techniques including saddle stitching, case binding.
- Set up, operated and maintained various types of binding equipment such as cutters, drills, folders, laminators and other related machinery.
- Worked closely with other departments such as printing and finishing to ensure smooth workflow operations.
- Conducted periodic inventory checks of supplies such as paper stock and glue used in the binding process.
- Provided assistance with troubleshooting problems encountered during production runs.
- Monitored machine functions during production runs to prevent jams or misfeeds of material.
- Maintained a clean work environment by regularly cleaning and organizing the workspace.
- Assisted in training new employees on the use of bindery equipment.
- Loaded paper onto feeder systems and adjusted settings according to job specifications.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times when operating bindery machinery.
- Used stitching or gluing techniques to secure endpapers, bindings and backings.
- Used equipment to cut book edges to meet specifications and produce quality products.
- Read work orders to determine instructions and specifications for machine set-up.
Offset Printer/Bindery Worker
Eagle Press/Reflex Print
Brompton, SA
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Worked Part-time for both companies, 2 days a week at Eagle Press as Printer and 3 days a week at Reflex as Bindery Worker
- Ran 2 colour GTO Printing Press
- Operated guillotines, folding machines, stitchers, collators and other specialized equipment as required.
- Offered permanent fulltime position at Reflex which was later bought by Adelaide Image
Bindery Assistant
Solito
Thebarton, SA
10.2017 - 12.2018
- General Printing/bindery assistant
- Trained in the operation of guillotine cutter, paper drill, folder, stitcher, binder and other bindery equipment as needed.
- Gained basic skills in running Single Colour Speedmaster Printing Press
- Support Deliveries by preparing orders and on occasion delivered orders to clients.
Offset Printer
Little Fish Print
Salisbury Plains, SA
07.2012 - 09.2017
- Main Printer running 4 colour GTO
- Processed occasional letterpress jobs
- Set-up jobs on the GTO for owner to run.
- Inspected plates for errors prior to production runs.
- Ensured that paper stocks used met specified requirements.
- Kept accurate records of jobs produced, supplies used, and maintenance performed.
- Monitored ink levels and replenished when necessary.
- Performed minor repairs or adjustments as needed to keep machine running efficiently.
- Troubleshot any problems with the offset printing press in a timely manner.
- Maintained a clean work environment to ensure safe operation of machinery.
- Checked print jobs for accuracy against customer specifications.
- Loaded stock onto feeders and monitored progress during run time.
- Operated the offset printing press to produce high-quality printed materials.
- Adjusted color and quality settings for optimal results.
- Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
Offset Printer
Cruickshanks
Adelaide, SA
01.1988 - 07.2012
- Was main printer for majority of career at Cruickshanks
- Ran 4 colour and single colour GTO
- Ran 2 Colour MOZ
- Inspected plates for errors prior to production runs.
- Calibrated presses according to manufacturer's instructions before each job run.
- Checked print jobs for accuracy against customer specifications.
- Inspected random paper samples during print runs to confirm accurate ink and paper type.
- Performed daily maintenance on offset printing press and other equipment.
- Assisted with set-up and tear down of jobs on the press as directed by supervisor and manager.
- Conducted periodic checks on all components of the press, including rollers and cylinders.
- Ensured that paper stocks used met specified requirements.
- Followed safety procedures while operating complex machinery.
- Monitored ink levels and replenished when necessary.
- Trained apprentices
- Provided technical support to colleagues regarding proper operation of machines.
- Troubleshot any problems with the offset printing press in a timely manner.
- Reviewed job orders to determine amount of paper needed, ink color and potential special instructions.
Apprentice Printer
Messenger Press
Port Adelaide, SA
06.1982 - 12.1987
- Completed Apprenticeship in Printing
- Set up and adjust printing presses for each job.
- Inspected printed materials for accurate colors, registration, bleed, density, trapping and overall appearance.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding safety regulations and quality control measures.
Education
Machinist Printer - Printing Press Operation
Trade School
Croydon, SA12-1987
Skills
- Horizon Perfect Binding machine operation
- Polar and Wohlenberg Guillotine
- Inline Booklet Maker and 3 way stitcher
- Folding Machine operation
- Drilling
- Padding
- GTO Printing Presses - 4, 2 and single colour
- 2 colour MOZ press
- Letterpress operation
- Speedmaster - single colour
- Forklift driver
- Team Collaboration
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
Affiliations
- Support local SANFL
- Play 8 Ball
- Attempting home brew
Certification
- Fork Lift License - 13/10/2021
References
- Craig Pocock - Little Fish Print - Ph 0417 824 766
- Mark Francom - Reflex Print - Ph 0418 841 366
Timeline
Bindery Worker
Adelaide Image Printing
01.2019 - Current
Offset Printer/Bindery Worker
Eagle Press/Reflex Print
01.2019 - 09.2019
Bindery Assistant
Solito
10.2017 - 12.2018
Offset Printer
Little Fish Print
07.2012 - 09.2017
Offset Printer
Cruickshanks
01.1988 - 07.2012
Apprentice Printer
Messenger Press
06.1982 - 12.1987
Machinist Printer - Printing Press Operation
Trade School
- Fork Lift License - 13/10/2021
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