Screen Plate-Making Worker
すくりーんせいはんさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that applies photosensitive emulsion to mesh, performs exposure and development operations based on original data, and creates screen plates for printing.
Description
Screen plate-making workers uniformly apply photosensitive emulsion to plate frames with fabric mesh stretched over them, set up films transferred with printing data, and harden them using an exposure device. They then develop and clean unhardened areas to form the plate surface, followed by drying, inspection, and repair. The work requires handling UV curing devices and chemicals, knowledge of safety and health management, and the ability to maintain quality while meeting mass production demands. Completed plates are handed over to printing machine operators.
Future Outlook
With the spread of digital printing technology, demand for traditional plate-making workers may gradually decrease. However, demand for high-precision plates for electronic applications and special printing remains stable, and acquiring operation skills for automation and digital exposure devices offers high market value.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands, Skilled at Fine Work / High Accuracy / High Concentration
Work Style
Career Path
Screen Plate-Making Worker (Apprentice) → Screen Plate-Making Worker → Leader/Supervisor → Plate-Making Supervisor → Production Management
Required Skills
Chemical Handling / Exposure Machine Operation / Mesh Stretching / Photosensitive Emulsion Application Technique / Precision Measurement and Inspection / Screen Development and Cleaning Technique
Recommended Skills
Color Proofing / DTP Basic Knowledge / Quality Control / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute defects affect printing quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work procedures are standardized, creative elements are minimal. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced calculations are not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Organic Solvent Work Supervisor
- Printing Technician (Silkscreen)
Aliases
- Screen Plate-Making Technician
- Screen Printing Plate-Making Worker
- Silkscreen Plate-Making Worker
Related Jobs
- Flexographic Printer
- Gravure Printer
- Offset Printer
- Plate-Making Worker
- Silkscreen Printer