Prasad Pr

Printing Technology professional with 10+ years of experience across printing operations, packaging, print production, technical support, product application, color management, quality control, pre-press, press and post-press processes. Experienced in offset, gravure, flexographic and screen printing, printing inks, print finishing, proofing, approvals, packaging materials and production troubleshooting. Strong background in providing technical solutions, process optimization, customer support, product application and printing quality improvement across packaging, corporate, retail, pharmaceutical, food, cosmetics and manufacturing sectors.

Experienced in coordinating with customers, sales, graphic design, production and service teams to resolve technical issues and improve print quality and operational efficiency. Currently working with the Kerala Government Printing Department in Product Planning and Computing, supporting production planning, costing, estimation and technical requirements for printing jobs.

Product Planning & Computing Section - KERALA GOVERNMENT PRINTING DEPARTMENT - Kerala, India

(2023-01)

• Support printing production planning, job costing and estimation for various printing requirements.
• Provide technical support for different printing jobs and assist in determining appropriate production processes.
• Coordinate job requirements to support efficient printing production and workflow planning.
• Review technical requirements and contribute to production planning based on job specifications.
• Support the organization in improving coordination between job requirements, production processes and cost estimates.

Pre-Sales Manager – Production Print & Industrial Print Marketing - KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS INDIA PVT. LTD. - Tamil Nadu & Kerala

(2019-06 - 2023-09)

• Provided technical expertise and printing solutions for production print, industrial print and print finishing applications.
• Developed solutions addressing customer workflow, print production requirements and business objectives.
• Promoted printing and finishing solutions across packaging, corporate, retail, advertising, manufacturing, fashion, pharmaceutical, cosmetics and food industries.
• Supported customers in increasing print volumes through industrial printing solutions and color management.
• Implemented sales development plans and developed new business opportunities within the printing and packaging market.
• Conducted market analysis covering competitor activity, market trends, printing technologies and customer requirements.
• Identified technical and commercial opportunities by analyzing customer workflows and relevant market sectors.
• Communicated the technical and financial value of printing solutions to customers and decision-makers.
• Represented Konica Minolta as a technical printing expert, providing customers with guidance on printing technology and related applications.
• Coordinated with customers and internal teams to understand printing challenges and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Supported print production and finishing requirements through technical consultation and application knowledge.

Senior Executive – Product Application - DIC INDIA LTD., CHENNAI - Tamil Nadu & Kerala

(2016-02 - 2019-06)

• Managed technical and commercial activities across assigned territories, supporting printers and packaging customers.
• Provided technical support for printing inks, packaging applications and print quality improvement.
• Developed business with packaging customers including Parkson Packaging, Canpac, ITC and Manipal Utility Packaging.
• Supported customers in producing food-safe secondary packaging through appropriate ink and printing process selection.
• Performed packaging material analysis, including evaluation of inks and paper for printing applications.
• Introduced and promoted new printing products and supported product launches, positioning and application development.
• Analyzed printing processes and applications and recommended process modifications and equipment calibration to improve operational efficiency.
• Monitored competitor activity, product performance and changing customer requirements to support product and application strategies.
• Arranged and supported technical audits for customers as part of technical service and sales promotion activities.
• Conducted in-house technical training programs for customers on printing products and applications.
• Supported sheet-fed printers in selecting appropriate printing products based on application and production requirements.
• Handled UV ink applications for sheet-fed and flexographic printing, including technical support.
• Presented technical products and solutions to customers and developed relationships with key decision-makers.
• Maintained product knowledge and provided application-related technical assistance to customers.

Customer Service Support – Technical - SIEGWERK INDIA PVT. LTD., CHENNAI - Chennai

(2012-02 - 2016-01)

• Provided technical customer service and printing support for ITC Printing and Packaging.
• Identified printing and production problems, developed corrective actions and implemented process improvements.
• Coordinated with marketing teams and customers to develop printing products according to end-user requirements.
• Gained extensive experience across offset, gravure, flexographic and screen printing processes.
• Supported various print finishing applications including UV varnishing, water-based varnishing, laminating and foil stamping.
• Provided customer technical support covering print quality, product selection, approvals and production requirements.
• Managed technical proof checking and final proof approvals, ensuring compliance with customer and production requirements.
• Supported inventory-related activities and coordinated customer requirements.
• Provided in-house production support for printed packaging applications including liquor cartons, beverage packaging and FMCG packaging.
• Worked closely with customers and production teams to identify technical issues and implement appropriate solutions.
• Supported printing operations through technical evaluation, troubleshooting and application knowledge.

Bachelor of Engineering - Printing Technology - Calicut University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Calicut University (2011)