Printing Roll Repair Worker
いんさつロールしゅうりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession that inspects, polishes, and repairs rolls used in printing machines to maintain and improve printing quality.
Description
Printing roll repair workers polish, plate, and balance rubber rolls and metal rolls used in printing machines, repairing wear and scratches. They are responsible for processes such as roll dimensional measurement, surface inspection, electrolytic chrome plating treatment, hard chrome polishing, etc., requiring precise machining techniques and safety management. To maintain printing quality, skills in operating tools such as lathes, grinders, and balancers are essential.
Future Outlook
While the printing industry advances in digitalization and automation, demand for maintenance of large printing machines is expected to remain. Specialized professionals with advanced precision repair skills will continue to have steady demand.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice → Printing Roll Repair Worker → Senior Repair Worker / Team Leader → Maintenance Engineer → Equipment Maintenance Department Manager
Required Skills
Balance Adjustment (Dynamic) / Dimensional Measurement / Hard Chrome Polishing / Lathe Grinder Operation / Machine Maintenance (Basic)
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM Basics / Forklift Operation Skills / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Safety and Health Management / Welding Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precision is required to not miss fine scratches or dimensional deviations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy printing rolls requires corresponding physical strength. |
| Problem Solving | To identify causes of wear or imbalance and select the optimal repair method. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operation Skills Training
- Machine Maintenance Skills Test (Grade 3)
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle License
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