Hot Press Worker (Foil Stamping Naming)
ほっとぷれすこう（はくおしなまいれ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates a hot press machine to transfer decorative foil to base materials such as paper or film under high temperature and high pressure.
Description
Hot press workers (foil stamping naming) perform the task of transferring decorative foils such as gold or silver foil onto base materials using the heated plate of a hot press machine. The work processes include setting up dies and foil films, adjusting temperature and pressure, quality checks through test presses, main production, product inspection, and machine maintenance and inspection. High positional accuracy and stable quality are required, and it is necessary to operate the machine accurately according to procedures.
Future Outlook
Stable growth is expected in decorative demand such as packaging and luxury printing, and while productivity improvements through automation and labor-saving technologies will progress, the demand for skilled workers is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Shift System / Standing Work / Team Collaboration
Career Path
Hot Press Worker → Line Leader / Supervisor → Production Engineering → Quality Control → Manufacturing Management
Required Skills
Die Setup / Hot Stamping Machine Operation / Machine Inspection Maintenance / Quality Inspection / Temperature Pressure Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Color Theory Knowledge / Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Printing Processing Knowledge / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because product misalignment or unevenness directly affects quality |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work is mainly based on manuals and does not require much new ideas |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is numerical input for fine adjustments, but no need for advanced analysis |
Aliases
- Foil Stamping Naming Operator
- Foil Stamping Worker
- Hot Press Operator
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