Print Center Supervisor | Digital Production Manager - @properties - Chicago, IL
(2023-01)
Lead hands-on technical resource for Canon imagePRESS production equipment, troubleshooting RIP, registration, color, media, finishing, and workflow issues.
- Designed and implemented standardized ICC profiling, calibration, and verification workflows across multiple production presses to improve cross-device color consistency.
- Developed coated and uncoated production profiles and press-matching workflows using GRACoL 2013 CRPC6 standards, Fiery tools, and controlled verification.
- Train production staff and design personnel on color workflow, PDF/X standards, print-ready file preparation, production limitations, and how design/prepress decisions affect final output.
- Support Mimaki, Vanguard flatbed, Canon digital presses, and associated Fiery, Onyx, and RasterLink workflows.
- Perform root-cause troubleshooting with manufacturers and service technicians on mechanical and finishing systems, including sensor alignment, nipping, glue application, cover feeding, book ejection, cutting, creasing, and binding.
- Develop standardized production workflows and SOPs that improve repeatability, reduce setup errors, and strengthen quality across multiple media and production technologies.
- Provide consultative support on equipment capability, workflow optimization, color reproduction, and practical production solutions.
Digital Production Manager | Office Manager - Artisan Handprints - Chicago, IL
(2017-01 - 2023-01)
Managed digital and screen-printing operations for commercial wallpaper, décor, and custom graphics.
- Operated production equipment while troubleshooting print-quality, workflow, media, and manufacturing issues.
- Developed production workflows that improved consistency, reduced waste, and increased manufacturing efficiency.
- Coordinated production priorities, customer requirements, scheduling, and quality expectations in a deadline-driven environment.
- Trained employees on equipment operation, production workflows, quality standards, safety, and manufacturing best practices.
