Printing Stereotype Worker
いんさつえんばんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that casts and finishes stereotype plates used in letterpress printing. Assembles type and layout sheets, pours molten lead alloy to manufacture printing plates.
Description
Printing stereotype workers are specialists who manufacture lead printing plates used in letterpress printing. First, they set type and image layout sheets in the composing machine, melt lead alloy, and perform pouring (casting). After casting, they perform finishing processes such as trimming, polishing, and deburring, and inspect dimensions and character clarity. They also handle adjustments and maintenance of casting machines, and safety management at the work site. Due to the普及 of digital printing, demand is declining, but niche demand remains in high-value-added printing and traditional letterpress printing fields.
Future Outlook
Demand is declining due to the普及 of digital printing. Niche demand is expected in the revival of letterpress printing and high-value-added printing fields.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / High-Temperature Environment Work / Indoor Work / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Stereotype Worker Apprentice → Printing Plate-making Worker → Plate-making Technician → Plate-making Leader → Printing Factory Administrator
Required Skills
Casting Machine Operation / Composition / Dimensional Measurement and Inspection / Lead Alloy Casting / Polishing and Finishing Techniques
Recommended Skills
Casting Machine Operation / Quality Control / Safety and Health Management / Welding and Metal Processing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute deviations in plate dimensions or character positions directly affect printing quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus, there is little opportunity to demonstrate creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Printing Skills Certification (Plate-making)
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