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Platen-Press Operator

DOT Code: 651.362-018

Industry: print. & pub.

Makes ready and operates platen-type printing press to produce printed material: Determines setup and operating procedures from work order. Inserts type setup or plate in press bed and tightens locking attachment, using wrench. Adjusts inking rollers to obtain even distribution of ink. Regulates ink flow by adjusting thumbscrews on fountain. Starts press and directs Platen-Press Feeder (print. & pub.) to feed sheets by hand onto press platen or to place stack of sheets in feed tray if press is equipped with automatic feeding mechanism. Readjusts press during run to obtain specified color registration. May place stack of sheets in feed tray on press equipped with automatic feeding mechanism. May be designated according to type of material printed as Envelope-Press Operator (print. & pub.) Ii; Label-Press Operator (print. & pub.) Ii.

GOE: 05.05.13 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L2 SVP: 7 DLU: 77