Kyle Schmelzer
Phoenix
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at District Photo Inc. Proficient in HP Indigo maintenance and Canon ProStream operations, I excel in process improvement and employee training. Recognized for enhancing production efficiency and fostering effective vendor collaboration, I am committed to delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Technician
District Photo Inc
Phoenix
05.2024 - Current
- Executed comprehensive maintenance and repairs on HP Indigo and Canon Prostream presses.
- Collaborated with management to develop and audit operator preventative maintenance programs.
- Trained operators on press operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Worked with vendors to implement uptime and efficiency improvement initiatives.
Production Supervisor
District Photo Inc
Phoenix
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Coordinated production in the press room, books, and cards departments.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
Production Lead
District Photo
Phoenix
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Trained personnel on operation of Canon Prostream presses to maximize performance.
- Maintained fleet of Canon Prostream presses, ensuring reliability and reducing downtime.
- Enhanced waste management and efficiency in printing and lamination processes.
Press Room Technician
District Photo Inc
Phoenix
12.2020 - 09.2022
- Maintained and repaired HP Indigo, Ricoh, Smart Stacker, and Scodix equipment.
- Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Print Production Lead
Arizona State University Print and Imaging Lab
Mesa
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Coordinated digital print production in student-driven environment.
- Operated HP Indigo and Xerox iGen presses while training students.
- Executed complex commercial print orders within established timelines.
Production Specialist
Arizona State University Print and Imaging Lab
Mesa
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Cross-trained in the printing, bindery, dye-sub, and large format, and pre-press departments to learn all production processes.
- Operated equipment across all areas, as needed, to complete orders on time.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Information Technology
Arizona State University
Mesa, AZ12-2020
Skills
- HP Indigo Series 3, 4, and 5 Level 2 Shared Maintenance
- Canon ProStream Operator Pro Plus
- Canon ProStream Trainer Certified
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Technical troubleshooting
- Process improvement
- Employee training
- Vendor collaboration
- Effective communication
Timeline
Support Technician
District Photo Inc
05.2024 - Current
Production Supervisor
District Photo Inc
09.2022 - 05.2024
Production Lead
District Photo
01.2022 - 09.2022
Press Room Technician
District Photo Inc
12.2020 - 09.2022
Print Production Lead
Arizona State University Print and Imaging Lab
09.2019 - 12.2020
Production Specialist
Arizona State University Print and Imaging Lab
02.2018 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Information Technology
Arizona State University
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