Craig Pearson

EMAIL – craig@glenburn92.fsnet.co.uk Telephone – 07856643961 or 01501 741712

SummaryPrinting Machine Operator with more than 20 years experience in operating various types of printing machines, such as small offset, litho, web & flexographic or gravure presses, to produce print.I have experience of AB DICK, Man Roland litho, 16pp Heidelberg & 32pp Polyman web presses. Also, Rotomec & Cerutti Rotogravure presses.I am a machine leader/operator taking responsibility for ink matching etc... I am currently with WL Gore where i am a m/c leader with multi functional skills on various machines including fabric lamination, leather lamination & running the coater m/c.

1. Looking to obtain a position in which all knowledge and experience gained in the industry can be put to use.

Key Strengths &Skills Leadership Efficiency Flexible and adaptable Ability to work to deadlines, instructions and schedules Extensive proven experience operating machines that are vital to production Thorough knowledge of machines and tools Responsible for managing production on a multitude of machines Great knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality and other

techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. Troubleshooting production issues Adaptable, flexible & vigilant with machinery processes Good communicator & reliable

Work HistoryWL GORE & Associates 2011 – Present

Fabrics Production Operator/ Machine Leader

Gore manufactures a wide range of high-performance fabrics. The production process involves the lamination of textiles and membranes according to customer requirements.  Production operators collaborate across x- functional teams including engineering, quality, lab and planning, and are cross trained to allow them to work flexibly across a range of fast moving production machinery producing rolled goods. 

Responsibilities include:

Setting up, operating, maintaining and troubleshooting process manufacturing equipment with a focus on producing quality product on time  Working to production schedules and in adherence with product specifications

92 Glenburn Gardens, Whitburn, West Lothian, EH47 8NNMobile:-

Email:- craig@glenburn92.fsnet.co.uk

Inspecting, testing and troubleshooting product off line  Making product quality decisions Understanding and applying the team’s fundamental technology as it applies to manufacturing and testing  Performing computer data entry  Performing detailed and accurate record keeping, including ISO documentationUnderstanding and adhering to work instructions and procedures  Keeping manufacturing equipment and work area clean and in adherence to 5S procedures Identification and reporting of electrical/mechanical breakdownsSupporting engineers with fault finding, remedial work,reinstallation and recommissioning.Training other operators Learning, supporting, practicing and teaching the Gore culture  Following safety practices, including the use of personal protective equipmentProviding quality service and response to both internal and external customer needs

Seconded to other areas:- Seam tape – Coater machine

Run Coater machine (one man machine); this process is for gluing/laminating the membrane or a knit (2 layers or 3 layers)

Leather Laminator- Machine leader

Amcor 2007 – 2011 Printer

Working in 4 man crews running ten colour Rotomec/ Cerutti presses. Responsible for all ink mixing & colour matching to customer spec.

September 2010 plant burnt down and was then seconded to Portugal for 3 months to complete outstanding packaging orders & to assist Portuguese operators on how to operate ten colour process.

Machines:-Rotomec/Cerutti presses; Flexographic; Gravure print

Scot Print 2006 - 2006 Running 4 colour m/c producing books or maps

Waddies& Co 1986 – 2006 Printing Company (redundancy)Web Printer 1992 – 2006

Running process Handling, Setting, cleaning machines Ink Technician Health &Safety

Printer 1990 – 1992Apprentice Printer 1986 - 1990

Machines:- Man Roland, AB Dick, Heidelberg & Polyman presses. Also obtained Counterbalance forklift truck licence.

Education92 Glenburn Gardens, Whitburn, West Lothian, EH47 8NN

Mobile:-Email:- craig@glenburn92.fsnet.co.uk

Whitburn Academy 1982 – 19865 O’Levels

TrainingLET (Leadership effective training)5 “s” Champion (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize & Sustain)

HobbiesRunning and going to the Gym

ReferencesAvailable on request

92 Glenburn Gardens, Whitburn, West Lothian, EH47 8NNMobile:-

Email:- craig@glenburn92.fsnet.co.uk