Screen Printing Worker
すくりーんいんさつさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that uses a stencil plate to transfer ink onto materials such as fibers, glass, metal, and paper to print designs.
Description
Screen printing workers use a mesh-like screen plate (stencil plate) to push ink onto materials to print designs. They sequentially perform processes such as making frames, stretching the mesh, mixing and matching ink colors, setting plates on the printing machine, actual printing, drying and curing, quality inspection, and post-processing. Both manual fine adjustments and machine operations are required, along with accuracy to prevent color unevenness or misalignment, and a mindset for improvement to enhance production efficiency.
Future Outlook
Due to increasing demand for package printing and specialty printing, there is a growing need for technicians skilled in advanced color management and handling new materials. The ability to handle small-lot, multi-variety production, and acquiring digitalization and automation technologies will be important for future careers.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Employee / Dispatched Employee / Factory Work / Full-time / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Screen Printing Technician → Screen Printing Operator → Leader/Process Manager → Quality Control Manager → Printing Department Manager
Required Skills
Ink Mixing / Machine Maintenance / Quality Inspection / Screen Plate Making / Screen Printing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Color Management / DTP Software (Basic) / Improvement Activities (5S, KAIZEN) / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent misalignment in printing and ink stains. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of prolonged standing work and manual labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Color Proficiency Test
- Printing Technician (Screen)
Aliases
- Screen Printing Operator
- Silkscreen Printing Worker
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