COY WILSON
Bartlett
Summary
My work experience has been mostly in the printing industry. However, through the years I have done woodworking from home. I have experience using various woodworking tools including a Table Saw, Band Saw, Planer/Joiner, Router, Drill press, and various sanders etc...
I am seeking a position where I can use and hopefully refine some of my woodworking skills. I am seeking a pay of $30/HR.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Woodworker
In Home
10.1998 - Current
- Measured and cut materials in adherence to schematic drawings.
- Completed general finish work and sanding.
- Contributed to customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality, handcrafted products tailored to their needs.
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of sanders, saws and routers.
- Completed repair jobs efficiently restoring damaged furniture pieces to their original condition.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine necessary tools and materials.
- Maximized the usage of available space within the workshop, designing storage solutions for tools and materials effectively organized according to frequency of use and job requirements.
- Maintained workshop equipment, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
- Customized woodworking solutions to enhance client living spaces, from conceptualization to installation.
- Reduced material waste by optimizing cutting patterns and reusing scrap wood where possible.
- Set up and safely operated woodworking equipment, routers, table saws and belt sanders.
- Attached hardware such as handles, knobs and hinges to connect and complete pieces.
Pre Press Technician
Lake Book Manufacturing
02.2008 - 01.2025
- Operated and maintained image and plate setters.
- Used proportion wheels to scale copy for reductions and enlargements.
- Imported electronic or print files using [Software] and made color, digital image and text corrections.
- Utilized [Software] and [Software] to prepare jobs for color proofs and print.
- Generated prepress proofs in digital or other formats to approximate appearance of final printed piece.
Prepress/Proofer
Anthology Group
05.2007 - 02.2008
- Reviewed written content to ensure grammatical accuracy and consistency.
- Enhanced readability by identifying and correcting typographical errors in manuscripts.
- Checked documents for punctuation and spelling errors, improving overall presentation.
- Collaborated with authors to clarify ambiguous passages and maintain intended tone.
- Improved quality of publications by conducting thorough proofreading sessions.
Computer To Plate Supervisor
Quebecor World
12.1976 - 01.2007
- Supervised team operations to ensure project milestones were met.
- Enhanced team productivity by conducting regular performance reviews.
- Coordinated team efforts for optimal workflow and resource allocation.
- Improved operational efficiency by implementing streamlined processes.
- Facilitated team meetings to address challenges and brainstorm solutions.
- Developed training programs for team members to improve skill sets.
- Led team in adopting new technologies to improve operational outcomes.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ridgewood
Norridge, ILSkills
- Power tools operation
- Power tool safety and operation
- Sanding and planing
- Woodworking techniques
- Woodwork joinery
- Woodworking
Timeline
Pre Press Technician
Lake Book Manufacturing
02.2008 - 01.2025
Prepress/Proofer
Anthology Group
05.2007 - 02.2008
Woodworker
In Home
10.1998 - Current
Computer To Plate Supervisor
Quebecor World
12.1976 - 01.2007
High School Diploma -
Ridgewood
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