Plateless Printing Equipment Operators
(NOC 9471)
in All Manufacturing and UtilitiesPlateless printing equipment operators use laser printers, computerized high-speed colour copiers and other machines to print text, illustrations and designs on a wide variety of materials like paper, plastic, glass, leather, and metal. They work for rapid printing services, newspaper and magazine publishing companies, commercial printing companies and in manufacturing and other businesses that have in-house printing facilities.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
Hourly Pay
$16.26
Minimum$21.04
Median$24.99
MaximumAnnual Pay
N/A
Minimum$28,707
MedianN/A
MaximumCompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
Hourly Pay
$14.00
Minimum$20.80
Median$33.00
MaximumAnnual Pay
$6,056
Minimum$30,111
Median$70,518
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Plateless printing equipment operators use laser printers, computerized high-speed colour copiers and other machines to print text, illustrations and designs on a wide variety of materials like paper, plastic, glass, leather, and metal. They work for rapid printing services, newspaper and magazine publishing companies, commercial printing companies and in manufacturing and other businesses that have in-house printing facilities.
Job duties
Plateless printing equipment operators:
- Review work orders to define job specifications like ink colour and quantity required.
- Set up and adjust printing machine like filling ink or paint reservoirs and loading stock.
- Input codes and key in programming data on console keyboard of computerized machines.
- Use and monitor printing machines during print run and adjust as needed.
- Clean machines and replace worn parts.
Sample job titles
- colour copier editor
- electronic sign maker operator
- embossing-imprinting machine operator
- laser printer operator
- printing machine operator
- quick print machine operator
- silk-screen printing machine operator
- wallpaper printer
Skills
- You should be responsible and alert. Coordination and a mechanical aptitude are important. You must also be able to take direction and carry out instructions given by a supervisor.
Job requirements
- High school is usually required.
- College or other specialized courses in printing may be required.
- On-the-job training is provided.
Other considerations
- There is some movement among the various types of jobs within this group. Movement to supervisor positions is possible with experience.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
$36,439 median annual incomeAnnapolis Valley
N/ASouthern
N/ANorth Shore
N/ACape Breton
N/ACompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Wholesale trade
What is the age of Employment?
55-64
35-44
45-54
65+
25-34
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
High school
$36,385 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$29,089 median annual incomeLess than high school
N/ABachelor
N/ATrade Certification
N/ACompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
High school
$28,505 median annual incomeLess than high school
$19,224 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$38,781 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$43,975 median annual incomeBachelor
$39,715 median annual incomeEducation & training
Graphic Communications
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs apply technical knowledge and skills in the manufacture and distribution or transmission of graphic communications products. They include courses in the prepress, press, and postpress phases of production operations and processes like offset lithography, flexography, gravure, letterpress, screen printing, foil stamping, digital imaging, and other reproduction methods.
Institutions providing this program
High School Diploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramAdults without a high school diploma can contact the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) for tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL oversees adult education programs in Nova Scotia. NSSAL partners with the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations to deliver programs. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Various, NS
Various, NS
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