Print Glossing Equipment Operator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating equipment that applies varnish or laminate to printed materials after printing, manages the drying and curing processes, and imparts gloss or protective film to the surface.
Description
Print glossing equipment operators are responsible for applying varnish or UV ink to paper or film after printing and curing it using dryers or UV devices. They handle equipment startup, monitoring during operation, adjustment of coating amount and speed, quality inspection (gloss level and film thickness measurement), and identify and adjust causes when defects occur. Daily cleaning and maintenance of machines, preparation and management of coatings, creation of work records, and safety and health management are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
While general printing demand is declining due to the spread of digital printing, gloss processing in high-value-added fields such as packaging and commercial printing has stable demand. As labor-saving and automation technologies are introduced, skills in machine maintenance and process management are expected to be increasingly emphasized in the future.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Print Glossing Equipment Operator → Printing Equipment Operator → Shift Leader → Manufacturing Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Coating Liquid Preparation Management / Coating Machine Operation / Dryer and UV Device Management / Equipment Inspection and Cleaning / Quality Inspection (Film Thickness Measurement)
Recommended Skills
Machine Maintenance (Basics) / Offset Printing / Safety and Health Management / Surface Treatment Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small unevenness or deviations in coating amount directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy printed materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since it involves repeating fixed processes, creative thinking is not particularly required. |
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