DesignISCO 7323
Print folding operator
Print folding operators tend a machine that folds paper and bundles of paper.
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Rate 5 of the 15 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.
lift stacks of paper
troubleshoot
make folding styles
perform test run
work safely with machines
European Skills Framework
Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential (15)
types of papertypes of paperThe different criteria used to determine differences in paper types such as coarseness and thickness, and the different fabrication methods and wood types from which the types of paper stem.quality standardsquality standardsThe national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.types of folderstypes of foldersThe distinction between buckle folders; where paper is folded and squeezed, plow folders that reduce printing costs and include several glue systems, and knife folders that strike the paper between tw...lift stacks of paperlift stacks of paperRaise and replenish heaps of sheets, pages, covers on the machine table to align edges and feed the machine input.troubleshoottroubleshootIdentify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.make folding stylesmake folding stylesRead the folding package or ticket information and decide on a folding style, adjusting the page to the width of the folding depth.perform test runperform test runPerform tests putting a system, machine, tool or other equipment through a series of actions under actual operating conditions in order to assess its reliability and suitability to realise its tasks, ...work safely with machineswork safely with machinesCheck and safely operate machines and equipment required for your work according to manuals and instructions.adjust fold platesadjust fold platesSlide the guides and arrows points of the top and bottom fold plates up or down to find a specific fold setting. A fold plate consists of an image of a fold and the paper size.operate paper folding machineoperate paper folding machinePerform folder operations, such as setting up and adjusting the feeder for delivery. Prepare the folder machine for special processes like perforating, scoring, trimming, softening, and binding of pap...monitor automated machinesmonitor automated machinesContinuously check up on the automated machine's set-up and execution or make regular control rounds. If necessary, record and interpret data on the operating conditions of installations and equipment...supply machinesupply machineEnsure the machine is fed the necessary and adequate materials and control the placement or automatic feed and retrieval of work pieces in the machines or machine tools on the production line.follow production schedulefollow production scheduleFollow production schedule taking into account all requirements, times and needs. This schedule outlines what individual commodities must be produced in each time period and encapsulates various conce...read job ticket instructionsread job ticket instructionsUnderstand instructions from the cards accompanying job orders and set up or run the machine based on these statements.set up the controller of a machineset up the controller of a machineSet up and give commands to a machine by dispatching the appropriate data and input into the (computer) controller corresponding with the desired processed product.
Optional (17) — show
printing mediaprinting mediaSpecific techniques related to various printing surfaces such plastics, metal, glass, textiles, wood, and paper.printed goods processesprinted goods processesThe various types and characteristics of producing printed goods such as catalogues, flyers, etc.follow a brieffollow a briefInterpret and meet requirements and expectations, as discussed and agreed upon with the customers.monitor gaugemonitor gaugeOversee the data presented by a gauge concerning the measurement of pressure, temperature, thickness of a material, and others.record production data for quality controlrecord production data for quality controlKeep records of the machine's faults, interventions and irregularities for quality control.operate board slotting machineoperate board slotting machineUse an instrument suitable for slotting and corner cutting for corrugated paperboard.meet contract specificationsmeet contract specificationsMeet contract specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information. Check that the work can be carried out in the estimated and allocated time.oversee quality controloversee quality controlMonitor and assure the quality of the provided goods or services by overseeing that all the factors of the production meet quality requirements. Supervise product inspection and testing.replace sawing blade on machinereplace sawing blade on machineReplace the old blade of a sawing machine with a new one by removing the chip brush, taking away the front blade guide, loosening the blade tension and removing the blade. Assemble and install new bla...wear appropriate protective gearwear appropriate protective gearWear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.monitor conveyor beltmonitor conveyor beltMonitor the flow of the work pieces on the conveyor belt as they are processed by the machine to ensure optimal productivity.adjust cut sizesadjust cut sizesAdjust cut sizes and depths of cutting tools. Adjust heights of worktables and machine-arms.perform machine maintenanceperform machine maintenancePerform regular maintenance, possibly including corrections and alterations, on a machine or machine tool to ensure it remains in a proper productive state.consult technical resourcesconsult technical resourcesRead and interpret technical resources such as digital or paper drawings and adjustment data in order to properly set up a machine or working tool, or to assemble mechanical equipment.report defective manufacturing materialsreport defective manufacturing materialsMaintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.prevent paper jamsprevent paper jamsOverlook the insertion and output of finished products in order to prevent paper jams.keep records of work progresskeep records of work progressMaintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a print folding operator do?
Print folding operators tend a machine that folds paper and bundles of paper.
What skills does a print folding operator need?
A print folding operator needs 15 essential skills, including types of paper, quality standards, types of folders, lift stacks of paper, troubleshoot.
Will AI replace print folding operator jobs?
The AI disruption score for print folding operator is 57/100 (high risk). Skills most exposed to automation: record production data for quality control, monitor gauge, quality standards. Most resilient: follow a brief, make folding styles, wear appropriate protective gear.
AI Replacement Risk
57/ 100
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