screen printer

Description

Screen printers tend a press that presses ink through a screen. They are responsible for the setup, operation and maintenance of the screen printing machine.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

quality standards printing on large scale machines printing techniques screen printing process screen printing inks

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

printed goods processes maintenance of printing machines types of paper printing media screen printing machines polygraphy

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

perform test run adjust drying process to goods operate screen printing press use doctor blade clean equipment troubleshoot follow safety precautions in printing prepare printing form determine colour shades set up the controller of a machine prepare screen printing follow production schedule supply machine monitor automated machines

OPTIONALOptional competences

pack goods perform machine maintenance wear appropriate protective gear handle chemical cleaning agents consult technical resources record production data for quality control verify feasibility report defective manufacturing materials inspect printing output communicate with customers monitor stock level keep records of work progress monitor conveyor belt mix ink use colour printing programs check quality of raw materials