David Gonzales

Employed since 2016 as a Computer Generated Label specialist for Edwards Lifesciences. Trained on software used to design, edit and test-print for production verification, countless single language and multi language medical device labels, some with up to 26 language translations. Released labels then accessed via a Global server for use as needed at Manufacturing sites around the world. Also cross trained to edit, create IFU’s (Information for Use) materials that were kitted with devices, all adhering to specs, pre determined style sheets and character styles within established standards and guidelines.

Proofreader as part of the production line that resulted in the release to Production of labels and IFS’s. All tasks done with a primary focus on documentation control while maintaining a high level of quality, clarity and consistency for all documents. Working within FDA standards to ensure that documentation is accurate, complete, meets specs, and adheres to standards for quality and style.

Successfully managed and coordinated graphic design/print/typesetting projects from concept through printed completion: business cards, postcards, brochures, ads for publication, conference materials, packaging and labeling, booklets, newsletters, posters, logo design, catalogs, books. Collaborated with customers to develop from rough draft to finished printed piece produced in-house or through offset or trade resources. Experience with commercial paper cutter, scoring/perforating and perfect binding, folder, shrink wrapper. High speed b&w and color Xerox production printer experience.

Designed signage for different substrates, asssisted in installation.

Advertising Production Artist Created print ready artwork per Art Directors layout utilizing pre desk top publishing processes spec'ing type, paste up, overlays, amberlith, etc.