Silk Screen Printing Worker
しるくいんさつさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Silk screen printing workers use silk screens to transfer designs and text onto various materials with ink in a manufacturing role.
Description
Silk screen printing workers first apply photosensitive emulsion to the screen (screen stencil), and use design film to cure it with ultraviolet light to create the screen stencil. Then, they mix ink, set the screen on the printing table, and transfer the ink evenly onto the material. After fixing it in a dryer, they inspect the printing condition to check for color unevenness or misalignment. During the work, they also manage printing machine pressure, speed, drying temperature, screen cleaning, and maintenance to maintain quality. It is mainly used in a wide range of fields such as apparel, advertising and displays, industrial parts, and electronic circuit boards.
Future Outlook
Although demand will be limited due to the spread of digital printing, it will continue to be needed in fields such as special materials and mass production. With advances in automation and mechanization, high expertise and equipment maintenance skills will be required.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with Hands, Good at Fine Work / High Concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Operator → Senior Operator → Process Leader → Production Management → Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Dryer Operation (Temperature Control) / Ink Mixing / Quality Inspection / Screen Printing Machine Operation / Silk Screen Making
Recommended Skills
Chemical Knowledge (Ink and Solvents) / Design Software (Basic Operation) / Equipment Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent printing misalignment and color unevenness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | To endure long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is rarely required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Printing Technician
Aliases
- Screen Printing Worker
- Silk Screen Printing Worker
Related Jobs
- Digital Printing Operator
- Offset Printing Worker
- Printing Machine Operator