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Printer
Occupation Code: 7322
Alternative titles: Printing Press Operator, Block Printer, Digital Press Operator, Textile Printer, Web Press Operator
Job description and duties
Printers are responsible for operating different kinds of printing machines, including offset, letterset, digital and intaglio, at a printing press. A Printer is typically expected to:
• Check work orders and determine production quantities, production times and colour specifications
• Regulate and adjust machinery settings to ensure that they are in line with product specifications and production requirements
• Combine ink and solvents according to the required specifications
• Supervise the feeding and printing process and regulate if necessary
• Inspect printed products and ensure that they conform to the required specifications
• Label and prepare printed products for pick up or delivery
• Keep the workspace clean and tidy
• Abide by the product quality standards and report issues to quality assurance staff
• Attend training and follow work instruction procedures
• Continuously sustain good working and documentation practices
• Produce digital print images, transfer and output images
• Report any accidents and machinery breakdown and record downtime and any other issues
• Ensure that personal protective equipment is used and that proper health and safety precautions are taken when operating machinery
Work environment
Printers are typically required to work on a full-time basis. Certain printing presses may require Printers to work on shift basis. Working hours are usually up to 40 hours spread over five days a week. Working during the weekends and on public holidays may be required.
Printers are required to be on the shop floor with their team.
Occupation data
Number of employees (2017)
725
Share of foreigners (2017)
17%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+6%
Median Pay (per annum)
€12,600
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