James Dalton
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Screen Printer
killer Merch
Coburg North, Victoria
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Adjusted temperature controls of ovens and other heating equipment.
- Calibrated color matching systems for consistent print quality.
- Operated flash dryers to cure inks after each color application.
- Performed regular maintenance on all machines and equipment used in screen printing process.
- Worked with clients to design custom prints including images and color.
- Coordinated with graphic design team to ensure accurate transfer of designs.
- Cleaned screens with solvents and power washers to ensure quality prints.
- Mixed custom colors and created samples for client approval.
- Inspected printed items for quality, identifying and correcting defects.
- Washed and reclaimed screens for future use, minimizing waste.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce errors and reprints.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Screen Printer
Screenhouse effect
Melbourne, VIC
06.2017 - 03.2023
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Examined and inspected products to identify defects and variations.
- Conferred with co-workers to gather information about order details, processing plans, and problems.
- Mix ink for the correct color, viscosity, and tested mixes for temperature.
- Kept track of daily orders and shipments.
- Examined the printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper, and registration.
- Prepared machines for printing, and operated one- and two-color printing presses.
- Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
- Clean the equipment and tools after each shift or production run.
- Completed inspections of finishes on products.
- Mixed ingredients to create specific finishes and achieve desired looks.
- Dried, coated workpieces in ovens, hardening finishes.
- Conceal blemishes in workpieces by applying and smoothing fillers and putties.
- Removed excess coating on workpieces.
Education
VCAL Art Year 11 & 12 -
Northern College of The Arts & Technology
Melbourne, VIC04.2017
Year 7 - Year 10 -
Whittelsea Secondary College
Melbourne, VIC12.2016
Skills
- Color Matching Expert
- Heat Pressing Understanding
- Machine Set up Master
- Manual and Automatic Press
- Quality Control Analysis
- Flexible Schedule
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Good Work Ethic
- Organizational Skills
- Ink and Water Systems Expert
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Problem Resolution
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Team Building
- PPE Use
- Customer Service
- Active Listening
- Use of power tools
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Screen Printer
killer Merch
06.2023 - 12.2024
Screen Printer
Screenhouse effect
06.2017 - 03.2023
VCAL Art Year 11 & 12 -
Northern College of The Arts & Technology
Year 7 - Year 10 -
Whittelsea Secondary College