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51-5112.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Printing Press Operators

Set up and operate digital, letterpress, lithographic, flexographic, gravure, or other printing machines. Includes short-run offset printing presses.

Primary Directive

Ensure high-quality printing by managing press operations effectively.

Execution Steps
  1. 1

    Examine job orders

    Review job orders to determine printing specifications and requirements.

  2. 2

    Start presses and pull proofs

    Initiate press operation and check proofs for quality and alignment.

  3. 3

    Adjust ink flow rates

    Modify ink fountain flow rates to achieve desired ink coverage.

  4. 4

    Monitor print runs

    Collect and inspect samples during production to ensure quality standards.

  5. 5

    Maintain equipment and records

    Clean presses and maintain production records for efficiency and compliance.

Toolbox Requirements
Adobe AcrobatAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignAdobe PhotoshopMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordSAP software

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