Offset Printing Worker
おふせっといんさつさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that operates offset printing machines to produce large quantities of high-quality printed materials from plates.
Description
Offset printing workers set printing plates on offset printing machines, adjust the balance of ink and water to print on paper. They perform quality inspections to prevent paper jams and color misregistration, and conduct regular machine cleaning and maintenance. Efficiency in mass printing and stable color reproduction are required, while collaborating with plate makers in the previous process and bookbinders in the subsequent process.
Future Outlook
Although demand for offset printing is declining due to the spread of digital printing technology, stable demand continues in fields such as mass printing and special processing.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Printing Operator → Senior Operator → Printing Engineer → Printing Line Manager → Production Management
Required Skills
Ink Adjustment / Offset Printing Machine Operation / Printing Plate Installation Adjustment / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Color Certification / Machine Maintenance / Printing Machine Maintenance / Quality Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is needed to detect fine color shifts or plate misalignments. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
| Problem Solving | Need to quickly resolve machine troubles and color shifts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily involves machine operation, so creative thinking is not greatly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Printing Technician
Aliases
- Printing Operator
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