As a Gravure Press Operator, you will need to master following:

• adjust rotogravure press
• follow safety precautions in printing
• operate rotary press
• printing materials
• printing on large scale machines
• produce prepress proof
• use colour printing programs
• use doctor blade

More generally, a gravure press operator is also versed in:

• clean ink rollers
• determine colour shades
• follow production schedule
• monitor automated machines
• perform test run
• printing techniques
• quality standards
• set up the controller of a machine
• supply machine
• troubleshoot

It also helps to know the following:

• adjust drying process to goods
• cut page edges
• inspect printing output
• maintenance of printing machines
• prepare printing form
• process printing input
• screen printing inks
• types of paper
• consult technical resources
• engraving technologies
• follow a brief
• handle chemical cleaning agents
• keep records of work progress
• monitor gauge
• pack goods
• perform machine maintenance
• printing media
• record production data for quality control
• report defective manufacturing materials
• wear appropriate protective gear