Printing Varnishing Worker
いんさつにすびきこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that applies varnish to printed materials for protection, gloss enhancement, and other finishing processes.
Description
Printing varnishing workers apply varnish to the paper surface after printing using brushes or rollers to protect and decorate the surface of printed materials. They check coating thickness and unevenness, manage dryer operations, and strive for finishes that meet quality standards. The work requires physical stamina due to prolonged standing, and safety and health management is important when handling chemical substances.
Future Outlook
Although digitization in the printing industry and the introduction of environmentally friendly painting technologies are progressing, skilled varnishing technicians are expected to have stable demand.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Varnishing Worker → Leader → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Application techniques using brushes and rollers / Dryer operation / Printed material inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic quality control knowledge / Paint knowledge / Safety and health management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because uniform application is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of prolonged standing and manual work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it follows routine tasks rather than creativity. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because it is mainly instructed work, and following procedures is more important than autonomy. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because procedures are routine, and familiarity is more important than acquiring specialized knowledge. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
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