Silk Screen Printer (Screen Dyeing)
しるくいんさつこう（なっせん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing occupation that uses the silk screen method to print patterns and designs with ink or pigments on textile products.
Description
Silk Screen Printers (Screen Dyeing) use silk screens or synthetic fiber screens to print patterns and characters on fabrics and textile products. First, based on the design, photosensitive emulsion is applied to the screen for plate making, exposure and development create the printing surface, then ink is blended and loaded onto the screen, and a squeegee is used to evenly press it onto the fabric for printing. After printing, ink is fixed using drying and fixation equipment, followed by cleaning, maintenance, and quality inspection to confirm the finish. Handles everything from small lots to mass production, requiring color management and yield improvement.
Future Outlook
While manufacturing line automation advances due to the shrinking domestic textile industry, demand for technicians capable of high value-added products and small-lot multi-variety production is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Printing Operator → Senior Printing Operator → Line Leader → Factory Manager → Production Technology Staff
Required Skills
Drying and Fixing Technique / Ink Blending / Quality Inspection / Screen Plate Making / Screen Printing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
CAD Operation / Color Difference Measurement / Fiber Material Knowledge / Screen Cleaning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent color misalignment and density unevenness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and handling heavy screens. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there are few opportunities for advanced mathematical calculations. |
Aliases
- Screen Printing Worker
- Silk Screen Printing Worker
Related Jobs
- Dyeing Worker
- Screen Printing Worker
- Textile Worker