Newspaper Printing Staff
しんぶんしゃいんさつぶいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized job in newspaper companies' printing departments operating and managing large rotary presses to print newspapers in large quantities with high quality.
Description
Newspaper printing staff are operators in the printing department responsible for the mass production of newspapers. They set plates on large rotary presses, adjust ink amounts and paper feed to ensure printing quality. They inspect for plate misalignment or color unevenness during printing and make fine adjustments as necessary. They also handle paper replenishment, as well as post-printing cutting, folding, and packing operations, and perform regular machine inspections and simple maintenance. Night shifts and early morning work are common, and responsibility to meet deadlines through team coordination is required.
Future Outlook
Although newspaper printing demand is gradually declining due to the spread of digital media, demand for operators and maintenance personnel for high-speed large machines and automation technology is expected to be maintained to a certain extent.
Personality Traits
Patient / Physically Fit / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Factory Work / Night Shift / Regular Maintenance / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Printing Operator → Shift Leader → Equipment Maintenance Department Staff → Printing Section Chief → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Paper Management / Plate Change Ink Adjustment / Printing Quality Inspection / Rotary Press Operation / Safety Management
Recommended Skills
DTP / Digital Proof / IT Literacy / Machine Maintenance Inspection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is important because it affects printing quality |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress tolerance is required to strictly adhere to deadlines |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are central, and creative thinking is limited |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic numerical settings are needed; advanced calculations are not required |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operator Training
- Organic Solvent Work Supervisor
- Printing Technician (Grade 2 or higher)
Aliases
- Newspaper Company Printing Operator
- Newspaper Printing Worker
- Printer
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