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Press Operator

Overview, Education, Careers Types, Skills, Career Path, Resources

Press operators set up, run, and maintain printing presses. They ensure quality and efficiency in printing jobs, crucial for manufacturing.

Average Salary

₹2,50,000

Growth

low

Satisfaction

medium

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Functional Skills

Functional Skills are essential skills that help individuals perform tasks effectively in everyday life, work, and education.

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    Printing Press Operation
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    Color Management
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    Material Handling
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    Quality Control
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    Machine Maintenance
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    Troubleshooting
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    Blueprint Reading
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    Safety Procedures
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    Digital Printing Knowledge
Soft Skills

Communication, teamwork, and critical thinking to ensure seamless project execution.

    Technical Skills

    Technical Skills are specialized abilities and knowledge needed to perform specific tasks or functions.

      Duties and Responsiblities

      Task

      95%

      Setting up and calibrating printing presses for specific jobs, ensuring accurate alignment and registration.

      90%

      Monitoring print quality during production runs, making adjustments to ink flow, pressure, and alignment as needed.

      85%

      Loading paper, ink, and other materials into the press, ensuring proper levels and consistent supply.

      80%

      Performing routine maintenance on printing presses, including cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs.

      75%

      Inspecting finished products for defects, such as smudges, misprints, or color variations, and taking corrective action.

      70%

      Following safety procedures and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries in the pressroom.

      65%

      Reading and interpreting job orders and specifications to determine printing requirements.

      60%

      Collaborating with other press operators and technicians to troubleshoot problems and optimize printing processes.

      55%

      Maintaining accurate records of production runs, including materials used, quantities printed, and any issues encountered.

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