Collating Worker
ちょうごうさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves rearranging printed sheets in page order during the printing process and passing them to the bookbinding process.
Description
Collating workers take the sheets output from the printing press, rearrange them in page order using collating machines or by hand, check for miscollations or dirt, and send them to the bookbinding process. They also handle operations such as operating and cleaning the collating machine and responding to paper jams to balance work efficiency and quality. Adjustments according to the type and specifications of printed materials are required, and teamwork and process management are important.
Future Outlook
With the decline in demand for publishing and package printing, job openings are flat to decreasing. However, demand for experienced workers in special printed materials and high-value-added products is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Collating Worker → Bookbinding Worker → Printing Quality Control → Printing Plant Supervisor
Required Skills
Collating Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Understanding of Printed Material Page Layout
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Bookbinding Knowledge / Maintaining Posture
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Need to accurately check page order and errors. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work and handling heavy objects require physical strength. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Mainly routine tasks. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on routine tasks, little creativity required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Basically work following instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little advanced mathematical processing. |
| Planning & Organization | Follow work procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Printing Technician (Grade 2 or higher)
Aliases
- Collating Machine Operator
- Page Sorting Worker
- Pre-Binding Preparation Worker
Related Jobs
- Bookbinding Worker
- Plate-Making Operator
- Printing Machine Operator