Offset Printing Machine Assembler
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician who assembles parts of offset printing machines and performs machine adjustments, test runs, and installation work.
Description
Offset printing machine assemblers assemble components such as frames, rotary mechanisms, paper feed mechanisms, and ink distribution systems used in offset printing machines according to design drawings and manuals. After assembly, they perform clearance adjustments between parts, parallelism adjustments, and test runs to confirm print quality and operational stability. They also handle on-site installation at customer locations, initial startup, on-site adjustments, and technical guidance. They thoroughly manage precision using torque wrenches and precision measuring instruments, and safety management, supporting high-quality and stable machine operation.
Future Outlook
Due to the digitization of printed materials and the trend toward short-run, multi-variety production, the number of offset printing machine installations is gradually decreasing, but there is steady demand in industrial printing and special printing fields. Assemblers with high specialized skills can expect stable job openings.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Line work / On-site travel / Shift work
Career Path
Junior Assembler → Senior Assembler → Adjustment Technician → Production Engineering Engineer → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Machine Adjustment Techniques / Reading Machine Assembly Drawings / Tool Operation (Torque Wrenches, etc.) / Use of Precision Measuring Instruments
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD Knowledge / Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Management (ISO9001) / Soldering Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minute dimensional errors in parts can directly lead to operational failures. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy parts and prolonged standing work. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to resolve defects during assembly and deviations during adjustments is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mainly follows manuals, with little need for creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Machine Assembly Skills Certification
Aliases
- Printing Machine Assembler
- Printing Machinery Assembler
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