QUINCY ADAMS

Senior PHP Developer | Print Industry Digital Transformation Expert | Automating Workflows from Web-to-Press
📧 iam@quincy.codes 📱 (209) 753-8883 🔗 linkedin.com/in/quincy-codes 📍 Bucyrus, OH

Professional Summary

Innovative Technical Lead with 18+ years transforming print production through cutting-edge web technologies. Unique expertise bridging PHP development with prepress automation, delivering enterprise solutions that reduce production time by up to 83%. Proven track record implementing web-to-print platforms, ERP integrations, and workflow automation across multi-facility operations. Seeking to leverage deep industry knowledge and technical excellence to drive digital transformation initiatives in the print and packaging industry.

Core Competencies

Web Development

PHP (Laravel, Symfony) • JavaScript (Node.js, Alpine.js) • RESTful APIs • AWS Cloud Architecture • Docker Containerization • MySQL/MongoDB • Livewire

Print Technology

Prepress Automation • Cloudflow/Esko AE • JDF/JMF • Web-to-Print Solutions • PDF Processing • Color Management • MIS/ERP Integration

Business Systems

ERP Integration (JD Edwards, NetSuite, CERM) • Label Traxx • Radius • Workflow Orchestration • Production Analytics • API Development

Leadership

Technical Team Leadership • Agile/Scrum • Cross-Functional Collaboration • Digital Transformation • Strategic Planning • Mentoring

Professional Experience

Tech Lead / Senior Software Developer @ Fortis Solutions Group
📅 Jan 2024 - Present 📍 Howard, OH
  • Lead development of enterprise web-to-print solutions connecting customer platforms with production workflows across 20+ facilities
  • Architected cloud-native print automation systems using Laravel/AWS, reducing order-to-production time by 40%
  • Implemented Algolia-powered search for 10,000+ SKU catalog with real-time inventory integration
  • Mentor 5-member development team on print industry best practices and modern PHP frameworks
  • Drive API-first approach for seamless integration between web platforms and prepress systems
Software Developer @ Fortis Solutions Group
📅 Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 📍 Remote
  • Developed customer portal handling $2M+ monthly transactions with automated prepress validation
  • Built real-time production dashboard integrating with MIS/ERP systems across multiple facilities
  • Created automated workflow triggers reducing manual touchpoints by 60% in order processing
  • Implemented responsive UI/UX improvements increasing customer self-service adoption by 35%
Senior Enterprise Prepress Developer @ Fortis Solutions Group
📅 Oct 2020 - Jan 2023 📍 Howard, OH
  • Pioneered integration between Hybrid Software Cloudflow and 5 major ERP systems (JD Edwards, NetSuite, Label Traxx, Radius, CERM)
  • Automated prepress workflows across 14 facilities, reducing production errors by 75%
  • Developed custom JavaScript modules for Esko Automation Engine handling 50,000+ jobs monthly
  • Established company's first Mac-focused IT support team for creative departments
Key Achievement: Created fully automated preflight-to-plate workflow processing 200+ jobs daily with minimal manual intervention
Graphics Lead / Workflow Developer @ Label Technology (Fortis Solutions Group)
📅 Jul 2007 - Oct 2020 📍 Merced, CA
  • Reduced proof generation time by 83% through custom automation development
  • Cut graphic imposition time by 66% via semi-automated workflow implementation
  • Led IT strategy for graphics department supporting $30M+ annual production facility
  • Developed plant-wide automation strategy adopted across multiple facilities
Consultant - Print Technology Solutions @ Various Clients
📅 2004 - Present 📍 Contract/Remote
  • Consulting for print companies on digital transformation and web-to-print solutions
  • Developed custom print estimation and ordering systems for multiple clients
  • Created automated workflows connecting e-commerce platforms with production systems

Notable Achievements

Education & Professional Development

Continuous Technical Education - Self-Directed Learning & Industry Certifications
Print Industry Expertise - 18+ Years Hands-On Experience