Print folding operator

About this career

Print folding operators tend a machine that folds paper and bundles of paper.

Essential skills

adjust fold plates follow production schedule lift stacks of paper make folding styles monitor automated machines operate paper folding machine perform test run read job ticket instructions set up the controller of a machine supply machine troubleshoot work safely with machines

Required knowledge

quality standards types of folders types of paper

Additional skills

adjust cut sizes consult technical resources follow a brief keep records of work progress meet contract specifications monitor conveyor belt monitor gauge operate board slotting machine oversee quality control pack goods perform machine maintenance prevent paper jams record production data for quality control replace sawing blade on machine report defective manufacturing materials wear appropriate protective gear printed goods processes printing media

Also known as

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