![]() Satisfying Aspects - working with your hands - satisfaction of producing even print - working in a relatively clean setting Demanding aspects - possible boredom from routine on one machine - standing or walking most of the day - noise from the machines Requirements A gravure machine-minder should: - be at least 16 years old - give attention to detail - enjoy working with his hands - be a neat and accurate worker - be technically inclined - have manual dexterity. The printing, folding and cutting procedures also need to be checked for correct functioning. When everything is in order, the machine is restarted and brought to full speed to commence printing. Finally, a trial run is made to check legibility and printing uniformity. ![]() They thread the paper through the machine guides and rollers adjust the rollers and cutting mechanisms, then set and adjust the scraper blade to remove excess ink from the cylinder surface. They also clean the inking system and oil the machine lock the printing cylinder into position on the machine and fill the ink trough and regulate the flow of ink. Gravure machine operators' tasks include the setting up of the printing machine, using printing cylinders prepared by photogravure engravers. ![]() Gravure machine operators are in charge of printing machines and are primarily responsible for making the necessary adjustments to ensure the highest quality of printing possible.
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