Hard Skills
IntermediateColor Matching and ManagementThe ability to adjust ink formulations and press settings to achieve precise color reproduction based on customer specifications or master proofs.
IntermediatePress Setup and CalibrationThe process of preparing the proofing press, including plate mounting, roller adjustment, and substrate loading to ensure optimal print quality.
IntermediateQuality Control InspectionSystematically checking printed proofs for defects such as streaks, hickeys, misalignment, or variations in ink density.
IntermediateMechanical TroubleshootingIdentifying and correcting minor mechanical malfunctions or inconsistencies in the press machinery during operation.
FoundationalChemical and Solvent HandlingKnowledge of the safe use, storage, and disposal of printing inks, cleaning solvents, and other hazardous materials.