Metal Printing Worker
きんぞくいんさつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that transfers ink onto the surface of metal materials to print letters and designs.
Description
Metal printing workers print letters and designs on the surfaces of metal products such as industrial parts, nameplates, and can containers. They prepare printing plates, mix inks, operate and adjust printing machines, and manage print quality. The work uses techniques such as screen printing and pad printing, followed by curing and drying processes to finish. They also handle quality inspections and machine maintenance checks, managing product dimensions and checking for color unevenness.
Future Outlook
While automation and digital printing technologies are advancing, there is stable demand for special printing on metal parts. Acquiring machine maintenance skills and digital control technologies will increase future value.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands Skilled in Fine Work / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Printing Worker → Senior Operator → Leader → Factory Supervisor → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Ink Adjustment / Pad Printing / Printing Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Screen Printing
Recommended Skills
Basic Metal Processing Knowledge / CAD Basics / Machine Maintenance / Surface Treatment Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to prevent printing misalignment and unevenness. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks with little need for original idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little complex mathematical analysis, mainly simple quantity management. |
Related Qualifications
- Printing Worker Skill Certification Level 2
- Printing Worker Skill Certification Level 3
Related Jobs
- Offset Printer
- Printing Operator
- Screen Printer