Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

xxx-xxx-xxxx

Email:  abc@xyz.com

Country of Citizenship:   USA

Social Security Number:  XXX-XX-XXXX

United States Marine Corps Veteran

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Vacancy Announcement #: VY325016

Position:                               Printing Specialist

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Core Competencies

Long-term experience in printing industry with last five with Government Printing Office as Printing Services Specialist; purchasing; contract management and administration; specialized printing equipment; inventory control; liaison between contractors and agencies; client/vendor relations and negotiations; vendor database management; sourcing/procurement; production management; project supervision; personnel management including mentoring, training, performance reviews, dispute resolution; printing order analysis and review; budgets; estimating; scheduling; workflow monitoring; comprehensive management capability; Just-In-Time inventory; professional development through U.S. Government Printing Office-sponsored coursework and workshops; college-level Computer Information Systems studies toward Bachelor of Science degree; Certified Contracting Professional Printing Procurement/Acquisition Certification C Level I

 

Technical knowledge of: PC/Mac systems; InDesign; Quark; Adobe Illustrator; Photoshop; MS Office Suite; WordPerfect; Paradox; Seybold, Challenger, Kugler Machine, Ceco Manufacturing, Raymond Forklifts, AB Dick, Ryobi, Itek Cameras, Printonics equipment; Color Multilith 1250 & 1850 with T-Head; NCR paper usage; multi-bin rotary collator, paper drill, Bostitch equipment, Color AB Dick 360 and Multilith 1750 with T-Head; Baum folder, AB Dick, Multilith and Royal Zenith presses  

 

Professional Experience

January 2008 - Present

U.S. Government Printing Office

Washington, DC

Salary: $79.864 annually

Hours per Week: 40

Supervisor: Rob Coates xxx-xxx-xxxx          May Contact

 

Printing Services Specialist, PG-1654-12-3

 

With particular responsibility for assuring quality control for all procured printing, utilize in-depth experience in all facets of printing process to work effectively with contractors and agencies.  During contract negotiation phase, provide technical advice to relevant parties, analyzing provided disks during pre-flight checks to assure printing materials, including software (InDesign, Quark, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop), provide everything needed for producing an end-product that meets contract specifications and customer needs.  Also, maintain currency with all market factors affecting material prices in support of solid contract negotiation.  Provide expert technical advice to all inquiring agencies for any pre-award surveys and to all Federal Agency Specialists or other GPO specialists. 

 

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Following first print run, direct contractors and agency specialist in such matters as Press Sheet inspections and binding details.  Thoroughly inspect completed print samples for any quality defects, based on GPO QATAP standards; recommend further evaluation if it is deemed necessary.  Also analyze QARCS sent from contractor after job has been completed and advise contractor and customer regarding meeting of contract printing specifications of QARCS.

 

Review any formal complaints, assessing validity of complaint in terms of product meeting contract specifications and whether defects are should be rejected; assign penalty dollar amount if required.  Also, when necessary during overseeing of contract fulfillment, author such items as acceptance/rejection notifications, contract modifications, and cure/show-cause/default notices.

 

Participated for entire year on production of entire Census 2010 package, providing technical advice and analysis of printing and handling PSI and comprehensive monitoring of entire process.

 

 

 

November 2005 C January 2008

U.S. Government Printing Office

Washington, DC

Salary: $66,767 annually

Hours per Week: 40

Supervisor: Lorraine Carter, 202.512.0307    May Contact

 

Printing Services Specialist, PG-1654-12-1

 

 

Provided analysis of various agency printing requests (SF-1), utilizing technical expertise in assisting with soliciting specifications, developing complex printing specifications, suggesting cost-saving avenues and reviewing submitted bids.   Assisted customers in determining which multimedia requirements could be filled effectively and advised on which specifications or work schedules could be modified for optimum efficiencies.   Utilized multiple avenues of information to resolve any areas of conflict due to updated technology.

 

Prior to letting of contracts, performed due diligence regarding quality levels, compliance and financial status of contractors by checking contractor equipment lists, analyzing pre-award surveys and any past performance reports, and ordering Dun & Bradstreet reports, submitting recommendations for contract awarding to Contracting Officer, and to the Contract Review Board if necessary.

 

As contract administrator, served as main point-of-contact for all parties, scheduling regular meetings and preparing pre-bid and pre-proposal information for customers, to assure effective communication regarding achieving of contractual specifications, customer needs/requirements and pricing and to discuss resolution of any problems.  Based on customer requirements and objectives, developed specifications and produced statements of work, including all technical specifications.  When necessary, consulted with senior contract specialist to assure clarity and acceptability of any contract clause modification.

 

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Proficient in the use of both PC and Mac systems as well as a variety of software and operating systems, including Windows, MS Office, Quark Xpress and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).  This provided background when examining customer-provided files for proper bleeds, correct color, properly linked graphics, furnished fonts, proper layout-pagination and that PDF files are press ready.  To assure printing costs were justified, analyzed market research and available data and produced product cost estimation.  Supplied relevant parties with financial data utilized during procurement process to ensure meeting of all parameters.

 

When print samples were pulled from run, inspected for quality defects based on GPO QATAP standards, forwarding to Quality Control if defects found and assessing any penalty to be associate with defects.

 

During contractual period, as needed, was called upon to produce correspondence regarding acceptance or rejection of contracts, any contract modification and cure notices, default notices and show-cause notices. 

 

Over 12-month period, managed 10-12 programs with 12-month contracts.  This encompassed writing/editing and soliciting/awarding programs, monitoring orders, handling all billing issues and coordinating with all parties to establish contractual priorities.  Performed COTR work on contracts, including price and delivery adjustments, redirection of effort, change orders and negotiation/issuance of supplemental agreements.

 

When required, assisted agencies in filling out all needed forms, explaining procedures and resolving any areas of complaint or handling other customer service issues.  Coordinated actions between GPO and all relevant parties to effect corrections and suggest preventative measures.  Delivered presentations to customer agencies, management and printing officials for the 951M Services Contract.

 

 

 

September 1996 C November 2005

Curtiss 1000

Duluth, GA

Salary: $38,000 annually

Hours per Week: 46

Supervisor: Shannon Cruse, 770.925.4500   May Contact

 

Account Specialist/Customer Service Representative/Itek Press Operator

 

Served as company technical expert during development of contracts for printing.  Developed sourcing contact list for utilization in competitive bidding scenarios.  Reviewed all solicitation documents to assure they accurately reflected customer requirements as well as work to be accomplished and pricing. 

 

As Project Manager, served as main-point-of-contact for customers for duration of contracted work process.  Was involved from inception of contract through to finished product, working with Sales Representatives, client and other company representatives to keep customers informed throughout entire process and to address all issues so that all contractual specifications were met and that client was satisfied.  Wrote contract specifications based on broadly described customer objectives, including technical specifications frequently involving requirements for new and developing technologies.   Consulted with other technical experts, when needed, on characteristics of new technologies.  Recognized by management for outstanding service through selection to represent Curtiss 1000 on President s Council of parent company.

 

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Assisted with customer acceptance of company on-line order system (CurtisDirect) through presentations to client management describing benefits.  Performed CSR work on accounts, including pricing and delivery adjustments, redirection of effort, incorporation of change orders, issuance and negotiation of supplemental agreements.  Employed Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory management process to assist in cost efficiencies and reviewed all shipping documentation to ensure timely deliveries and correct billing.

 

Tasked with assignment as Printing Press Operator for two-color Itek equipment.  Performed all necessary set ups, including plate, cylinder and dampener adjustments.  Maintained sheet-fed press for printing text and illustrations on paper, synthetic stock, NCR paper and other materials.  Ensured correct ink tone and density, mixing products as needed to maintain quality.  Performed fined adjustments throughout process. 

 

Additionally, possess thorough knowledge of four-color printing process, and equipment manufactured by the following companies: Seybold, Challenge, Kugler Machine, Ceco Manufacturing, Reynold Forklifts, AB Dick, Ryobi and Printonics.  Possess proficiency in use of MS Office, Windows and in use of the Internet. 

 

 

 

May 1994 C August 1996

Standard Printing

Phoenix, AZ

Salary: $10.50 per hour

Hours per Week: 40

Supervisor: Gigi Gushert, 602.269.2391        May Contact

 

Forms Analyst/Purchasing Agent/Inventory Control Specialist/Shift Supervisor/Press Operator/Collator Operator

 

Served in Customer Service role.  Charged with responsibility for printing of orders and assuring quality including: full comprehension of order, assuring paper is aligned, splicing and checking crimps as needed, assuring proper printing on all copies; set counter; box jobs in accordance with work ticket; perform vertical perforations if required. 

 

Maintained machinery on weekly basis and assured that work area was clean.  Provided adequate paper supplies for collator jobs.

 

As Purchasing Agent with two years of experience, had responsibility for initiating and receiving purchase orders.  Worked closely with vendors and stock manager when purchasing supplies and equipment.  Developed sourcing contacts for competitive bidding needs; assured that all vendors had proper credentials and met all requirements and guidelines.

 

Assisted in other departments as assigned by Production Manager.  Supervised team of seven personnel in high volume pack-to-pack continuous forms shop.  Tasked with scheduling work assignments to maximize Human Resources and control labor costs. Proficient in computers and software including: Windows, Microsoft Word, WordPerfect, Paradox, Internet, and inventory control system software.

 

 

 

 

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May 1990 C May 1994  /  August 1976 C August 1980

United States Marine Corps

MCAS, Yuma, AZ

Salary: $12,000 annually

 

MOS 6015 Aviation Machinist Mate Jet (Turbojet)

 

Assignment entailed flight line maintenance of AV8B Harrier and F-4 Phantom jets.  Serving as Plane Captain, conducted pre-/post-flight inspections, ensuring technical publications were updated for utilization during troubleshooting/maintenance.  Interpreted schematics and utilized precision instrumentation to remove/install power plants after component replacement activity.  Ensured that towing tug, electrical and hydraulic units were in full compliance with safety regulations during servicing and refueling of aircraft.  Managed electronic test equipment and special tools valued at $15MM.  Additionally, was licensed to operate all ground support equipment and qualified for hot and cold refueling aircraft.

 

Responsibilities also included purchasing, supply and materials management.  Requisitioned and controlled supply and spare parts inventory.  Worked with computerized international database that identified equipment availability and priority usage.  Supervised both military and civilian personnel in proper procedures for material handling and inventory control.  Conducted audits to maintain adequate inventory levels, particularly of high-priority items, replacing missing/broken items as needed.  Prepared and submitted budget for equipment and supplies.

 

 

 

March 1987 C April 1990

USA Information Systems

USAISA, OPNS, & System Integ Division

Printing Plant Branch, Offset Press Section

Fort Benning, GA

Salary: $9.43 per hour

Hours per week: 40

 

Offset Duplicating Press Operator, WG-4417-08-02

 

Served as printing press operator for single-color Multilith 1250 & 1850 with T-Head.  Set up, operated and maintained sheet-feed press to print text and designs on paper, NCR paper and other materials. Performed all maintenance as well as any necessary adjustments to plates, cylinders and dampers.   To assure proper print product, corrected ink tone and density, mixing special inks as required.  Adjusted equipment to maintain even and consistent product quality.  Also made any adjustments to a 50-bin rotary collator, paper drill and Bostitch equipment.

 

 

September 1980 C March 1987

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia

Columbus, GA

Salary: $5.00 per hour

Hours per week: 40

Supervisor: Tom Green, 706.596.0579          May Contact

 

 

Offset Pressman/Camera Operator/Bindery Specialist

 

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Operated single-color AB Dick 360 & Multilith 1750 with T-Head.  Adjusted plates, cylinders and dampeners as job required.  Operated sheet-feed press to print text and illustrations on paper and other materials.  Corrected inks as necessary to maintain print quality.  Used 20-bin horizontal collator, paper drill, GBC binding equipment, Baum folder and Bostitch equipment.  Very knowledgeable in equipment from Challenge, AB Dick and Itek Cameras.  Worked with horizontal camera to achieve highest quality type and halftones.  Developed negatives, stripping negatives on goldenrod paper for producing offset lithography plates used in AB Dick, Multilith and Royal Zenith presses.

                                   

 

 

Education

Columbus State University, Columbus, GA

Bachelor of Science, Computer Information Systems studies

45 Quarter Hours

 

 

 

Professional Development/Training

United States Marine Corps

Managers Course

Individual Material Readiness List (IMRL)

Aviation Machinists Mate (Jet) A School

Aircrew Survival Equipment, Class A

 

 

U.S. Government Printing Office      

Source Selection C Best Value Equivalency of DAU Contracting 111 02/2006,

Customer Services Specification Writing 7/2006,

The Basics of Knock C Your C Socks C Off Customer Service 9/2006,

Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) Training Class 10/2006,

Digital, On-Demand and Variable Data Color Printing 5/2007,

Professional Customer Satisfaction 8/2007,

Contracting 100 Training Class 12/2007,

InDesign Workshop (Level 2) 3/2008,

Contracting 110 Mission Support Planning 4/2008,

Contracting 112 Mission Performance Assessment 4/2008,

Contracting 120 Mission Focused Contracting 5/2008,

Contracting 214 Business Decisions for Contracting 3/2009,

Contracting 215 Intermediate Contracting for Mission Support 4/2009

 

Achievements and Awards

Letter of Appreciation from the Commanding Officer of the Army School of Americas for Outstanding Performance during the annual conference (1988)

United States Marine Corps Good Conduct medal with one star

 

 

Applicant:                                            Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

Social Security Number:                     XXX-XX-XXXX

Position:                                                Printing Specialist

Vacancy Posting Number:                  VY325016

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs)

 

 

FACTOR 1:   Knowledge of Government Printing Office (GPO) Printing Procurement Regulations, GPO Contract Terms, GPO Quality Assurance through Attributes Program, GPO billing systems, Joint Committee on Printing (JCP) Printing and Binding Regulations, Title 44, US Code, Federal Procurement Regulations; and VA Policy on Printing. 

 

Over the past five years, have served the Government Printing Office in two separate assignments as Printing Services Specialist due to high levels of technical expertise and competency  as well as long-term experience with all facets of the printing industry and in-depth understanding of government policies and procedures.  Major job responsibilities are focused on utilizing expertise in printing supporting service as a Contract Administrator and Project Manager for production of contracted printing assignments.  Adhere to all Federal guidelines related to any necessary procurement issues.   As Contract Administrator, function as main point-of-contact for all parties, scheduling regular meetings and preparing pre-bid and pre-proposal information for customers, to assure effective communication regarding achieving of contractual specifications and that customer needs/requirements are met.  Develop pricing and billing schedules according to GPO regulations.  Also maintain availability to discuss and resolve any problems. 

 

Utilize comprehensive knowledge of GPO printing procurement regulations and contract terms to participate in authorship of contracts.  Work closely with other government Agency Specialists and contractors to determine specifications that are in accordance with all government guidelines and policies.  Based on customer requirements and objectives, develop specifications and produce statements of work, including all technical specifications.  When necessary, consult with senior contract specialist to assure clarity and acceptability of any contract clause modification.

 

Importantly, focus on meeting all GPO Quality Assurance guidelines in producing quality printing products in line with contractual specifications.  Following first print run, thoroughly examine print samples for any quality defects based on GPO QATAP standards.  Recommend further evaluation if deemed required.  Bring to bear strong knowledge of printing process including understanding of presses and how to manipulate to maximize qualities of finished product.  Also employ long-term experience with two- and four-color presses for adjusting inks to achieve maximum effects.   After job has been completed, analyze QARCS sent from contractor, advising contractor regarding adherence to contract printing specifications per QARCS.   When necessary, assess final printing product and, if any defects, have authority to assign any penalty dollar amount.

 

Have received additional professional development through enrollment in numerous GPO-offered courses, including Source Selection C Best Value Equivalency of DAU Contracting 111, 

Customer Services Specification Writing and Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) Training Class, among others.

Applicant:                                            Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

Social Security Number:                     XXX-XX-XXXX

Position:                                                Printing Specialist

Vacancy Posting Number:                  VY325016

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs)

 

FACTOR 2:   Knowledge of current printing technologies, equipment, capabilities, trends and processes including proofing, digital and offset printing, binding and other finishing capabilities.

 

Over past five years serving in two separate Printing Services Specialist assignments, have maintained currency in latest printing technologies available for GPO customers to meet printing needs.  Prior assignments, including Forms Analyst/Purchasing Agent/Inventory Control Specialist/Shift Supervisor/Press Operator/Collator Operator, Account Specialist/Customer Service Representative/Itek Press Operator, Offset Duplicating Press Operator and Offset Pressman/Camera Operator/Bindery Specialist, have all served in developing an extraordinary depth of expertise in the technological aspects of the printing function. 

 

In these roles, have developed proficiency in the use of numerous types of equipment utilized in the printing process/industry.  These include PC and Mac systems, Kugler Machine, Ceco Manufacturing, AB Dick, Ryobi, Itek Cameras, Printonics equipment; Color Multilith 1250 & 1850 with T-Head; NCR paper usage; multi-bin rotary collator, paper drill, Bostitch equipment, Color AB Dick 360 and Multilith 1750 with T-Head; Baum folder, AB Dick, Multilith and Royal Zenith presses. 

In current assignment as Printing Services Specialist, charged with responsibility for inspecting all press runs, paying particular attention to first run regarding any defects in final product.  Utililze strong printing background to check for proper registration and color depth, adjusting ink mixtures and equipment as required to achieve desired end-product.  In prior assignments learned mechanics of operating equipment, adjusting plates, cylinders and dampeners as job required.  Operated sheet-feed press to print text and illustrations on paper and other materials.  Corrected inks as necessary to maintain print quality.  Used 20-bin horizontal collator, GBC binding equipment and Baum folder.  Worked with horizontal camera to achieve highest quality type and halftones.  Developed negatives, stripping negatives on goldenrod paper for producing offset lithography plates.

 

Supplemented hands-on knowledge through participation in Digital, On-Demand and Variable Data Color Printing course provided through the GPO.  Also attended InDesign Workshop (Level 2) and possess expertise in use of Microsoft Office Suite, Quark Xpress and Adobe Creative Suite, which includes Photoshop and Illustrator as well as InDesign.

Applicant:                                            Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

Social Security Number:                     XXX-XX-XXXX

Position:                                                Printing Specialist

Vacancy Posting Number:                  VY325016

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs)

 

 

FACTOR 3:         Ability to communicate, network, negotiate orally and in writing using clear, concise, and logical manner appropriate to various levels of understanding, demonstrating a knowledge of English language usage with a variety of high level industry and/or Government officials and conduct meetings/conferences. 

Examined all customer-provided material to assure all products were supplied in accordance with contract specifications and effectively Informed clients when materials were insufficient or did not meet requirements.

Utilizing Internet and variety of other resources, maintained currency on prevailing market with a focus on materials cost, to assure printing costs were in line with accepted standards and in support of solid contract negotiation.  Communicated to relevant parties the financial data that was utilized during procurement process to ensure meeting of all parameters.

As Contract Administrator, held comprehensive responsibility for entire contract process.   Participated from inception in assessing customer needs, authoring and negotiating contractual segments to assure customer needs would be met yet assuring agree-to specifications fell within GPO guidelines. Worked effectively with contractors and other Federal government specialists to produce desired work.   

 

Facilitated regularly-scheduled meetings between all parties to contract and process, assuring clear communication among all.  Served in liaison role coordinating developing contract specifications amenable to everyone.  Utilized technical expertise in assuring all products supplied by customer for printing process met required guidelines and could be used satisfactorily in producing desired printing work.

 

During contractual period was called upon to produce correspondence regarding acceptance or rejection of contracts, any contract modification and cure notices, default notices and show-cause notices. 

 

Over 12-month period, managed 10-12 programs with 12-month contracts.  This encompassed writing/editing and soliciting/awarding programs, monitoring orders, handling all billing issues and coordinating with all parties to establish contractual priorities.  Performed COTR work on contracts, including price and delivery adjustments, redirection of effort, change orders and negotiation/issuance of supplemental agreements.

 

When required, assisted agencies in filling out all needed forms, explaining procedures and resolving any areas of complaint or handling other customer service issues.  Coordinated actions between GPO and all relevant parties to effect corrections and suggest preventative measures.  Delivered presentations to customer agencies, management and printing officials for the 951M Services Contract.

 

Participated for entire year on production of entire Census 2010 package, providing technical advice and analysis of printing and handling PSI and comprehensive monitoring of entire process.  Prior to letting of contracts, performed due diligence regarding quality levels, compliance and financial status of contractors by checking contractor equipment lists, analyzing pre-award surveys and any past performance reports, and ordering Dun & Bradstreet reports, submitting recommendations for contract awarding to Contracting Officer, and to the Contract Review Board if necessary.

 

In earlier assignment, was recognized by management for outstanding service through selection to represent division on President s Council of parent company.

Applicant:                                            Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

Social Security Number:                     XXX-XX-XXXX

Position:                                                Printing Specialist

Vacancy Posting Number:                  VY325016

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs)

 

FACTOR 4:   Ability to review incoming work and communicate verbally and in writing with customers and manager over a wide range of Printing Procurement issues from formatting of ADP files, layout styles, and potential problems which may occur pertaining to print requirement of the job in a clear, courteous and helpful manner; prepare e-mail responses to customers regarding proofs, pick-up and delivery, billing of customer and recommending solutions to discrepancies which may occur in a friendly but succinct manner.

 

Provided analysis of various agency printing requests, utilizing technical expertise in assisting with soliciting specifications, developing complex printing specifications, suggesting cost-saving avenues and reviewing submitted bids.  Assisted customers in determining which multimedia requirements could be filled effectively and advised on which specifications or work schedules could be modified for optimum efficiencies.   Utilized multiple avenues of information to resolve any areas of conflict due to updated technology. 

 

As Contract Administrator, served as main point-of-contact for all parties, scheduling regular meetings and preparing pre-bid and pre-proposal information for customers, to assure effective communication regarding achieving of contractual specifications, customer needs/requirements and pricing and to discuss resolution of any problems.  Based on customer requirements and objectives, developed specifications and produced statements of work, including all technical specifications.  When necessary, consulted with senior contract specialist to assure clarity and acceptability of any contract clause modification.

 

Possess proficiency in the use of both PC and Mac systems as well as a variety of software and operating systems, including Windows, MS Office, Quark Xpress and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).  This provided background when examining customer-provided files for proper bleeds, correct color, properly linked graphics, furnished fonts, proper layout-pagination and that .pdf files are press ready.  To assure printing costs were justified, analyzed market research and available data and produced product cost estimation.  Supplied relevant parties with financial data utilized during procurement process to ensure meeting of all parameters.

 

During contractual period, as needed, was called upon to produce correspondence regarding acceptance or rejection of contracts, any contract modification and cure notices, default notices and show-cause notices. 

 

Over 12-month period, managed 10-12 programs with 12-month contracts.  This encompassed writing/editing and soliciting/awarding programs, monitoring orders, handling all billing issues and coordinating with all parties to establish contractual priorities.  Performed COTR work on contracts, including price and delivery adjustments, redirection of effort, change orders and negotiation/issuance of supplemental agreements.  Kept customers abreast of printing and billing schedules.

 

When required, assisted agencies in filling out all needed forms, explaining procedures and resolving any areas of complaint or handling other customer service issues.  Coordinated actions between GPO and all relevant parties to effect corrections and suggest preventative measures.