Plate Removal Worker
かいはんさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialized profession responsible for removing ink and dirt from used printing plates and plate materials in the printing process, preparing them for reuse or proper disposal.
Description
Plate removal workers remove printing plates and plate materials (blankets and plates) from machines after the printing process ends, using manual labor or dedicated cleaning equipment and solvents to remove ink residues and dirt. After cleaning, they inspect the plate materials for damage or deterioration, sending reusable ones to the next process and properly disposing of those that need to be discarded. Teamwork in the factory is fundamental, and attention must be paid to safety and health management as well as chemical handling.
Future Outlook
Although demand is declining due to the spread of digital printing technology, a certain level of need for specialized plate removal workers is expected to persist in commercial printing and specialty printing fields.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Courteous and Polite / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Plate Removal Worker → Printing Operator → Platemaking Technician → Quality Control Staff → Platemaking Process Manager
Required Skills
Chemical Handling / Cleaning Equipment Operation / Manual Removal / Safety and Health Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Organic Solvent Handling / Printing Platemaking Knowledge / Printing Process Knowledge / Quality Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To avoid missing fine ink residues or dirt and maintain quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy plate materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The work is routine-based and does not require advanced analytical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | There are few opportunities to demonstrate creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no mathematical processing is required. |
Aliases
- Plate Cleaning Worker
- Plate Peeling Worker
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