Cardboard Box Printing Worker
だんぼーるばこいんさつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Cardboard box printing workers operate printing machines to print designs and text on the surface of cardboard boxes, handling plate mounting, ink mixing, color matching, and quality inspection in manufacturing.
Description
Cardboard box printing workers mainly use flexo or offset printing machines to print images and text on cardboard boxes. Tasks include plate preparation and mounting, ink mixing, printing machine setup and operation, printing quality inspection and adjustment, and simple machine maintenance and cleaning. They play a key role in the production line, requiring precise color matching and positioning to maintain stable print quality. The work environment in factories involves noise and exposure to chemicals, making physical stamina and safety awareness essential.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the e-commerce market, demand for cardboard boxes is increasing, and amid automation and labor-saving in the printing process, advanced machine operation skills are required. It is a stable occupation.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Printing Operator → Line Leader → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Ink Adjustment / Plate Mounting and Adjustment / Printing Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Simple Machine Maintenance
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Basic PC Operation / Color Knowledge / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to prevent printing misalignment and color unevenness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina for standing work and monitoring/operating machines for long periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly involves machine operation based on instructions rather than design ideation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Involves few complex calculations, mainly basic measurements and adjustments. |
Related Qualifications
- Printing Technician
Related Jobs
- Bookbinder
- Packaging Machine Operator
- Printer