gravure press operator

Description

Gravure press operators work with gravure presses, where the image is engraved directly on a roll. They set up the press and monitor it during the operation, taking care of safety and resolving problems.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

quality standards printing materials printing on large scale machines printing techniques

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

maintenance of printing machines types of paper printing media engraving technologies screen printing inks

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

perform test run adjust rotogravure press operate rotary press clean ink rollers use doctor blade troubleshoot follow safety precautions in printing determine colour shades set up the controller of a machine follow production schedule supply machine use colour printing programs produce prepress proof monitor automated machines

OPTIONALOptional competences

monitor gauge follow a brief cut page edges pack goods perform machine maintenance wear appropriate protective gear handle chemical cleaning agents consult technical resources process printing input record production data for quality control adjust drying process to goods report defective manufacturing materials inspect printing output keep records of work progress prepare printing form