Foil Stamping Equipment Operator
はくおしせつびオペレーター
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates foil stamping equipment to transfer metal foil, etc., onto printed materials or packaging materials using heat or pressure.
Description
Foil stamping equipment operators perform operations using foil stamping machines in the post-printing process to transfer metal foil or hologram foil onto paper or film using heat and pressure. They handle plate attachment to the machine, setting and adjusting temperature and pressure, material handling, quality inspection during operation, sorting of defective products, regular maintenance and cleaning, and safety management. This is a critical process that affects the design and quality of the product, requiring precise adjustments and careful observation.
Future Outlook
Due to demand for packaging and high-value-added printing, the need for foil stamping processing remains stable. In the future, the adoption of automation and labor-saving technologies will progress, placing greater emphasis on maintenance and quality management skills beyond machine operation.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Senior operator → Site leader → Production management → Quality management
Required Skills
Equipment operation / Plate attachment and replacement / Quality control / Temperature and pressure adjustment
Recommended Skills
Maintenance knowledge / Printing process knowledge / Safety and health management / Troubleshooting
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention is needed to not miss minor defects such as misalignment or wrinkles in the foil. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work follows prescribed procedures, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex mathematical calculations are few, limited to dimension checks. |
Aliases
- Foil stamping machine operator
- Foil stamping operator
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