Platen Press Printer
へいあついんさつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating platen press printing machines to transfer ink from plates to paper or film, producing printed materials. Responsibilities include machine preparation and adjustment, ink management, quality checks, and maintenance.
Description
Platen press printers apply ink to flat plates and transfer it to paper or film using press machines at prescribed pressure. They handle plate attachment and positioning adjustments, ink viscosity and color tone management, printing speed and pressure settings, paper feed adjustments, and inspections for printing misalignment or color unevenness. To maintain print quality, they regularly clean and maintain the machines, and when issues arise, identify causes and perform repairs and readjustments. They handle various printed materials such as packaging and posters.
Future Outlook
Due to the advancement of digitalization, demand for commercial printing is on a decreasing trend, but a certain level of demand is expected to persist in packaging printing and specialty printing fields. Automation and labor-saving technologies are being introduced, making advanced machine operation skills and maintenance abilities increasingly important.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Printing Operator → Senior Operator → Printing Line Leader → Printing Process Management → Production Management → Factory Management
Required Skills
Ink Mixing / Plate Attachment and Adjustment / Press Machine Operation / Printing Machine Maintenance and Inspection / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Color Science Knowledge / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high accuracy is required for color matching and plate positioning adjustments. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical stamina for long hours of standing work and paper handling. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required as it mainly involves machine operation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Printing Technician (Grade 2)
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