This qualification is aimed at those who work as machine operatives (minders) within the Print Finishing department. The standards cover the most important aspects of the job. This qualification is at Level 3, and should be taken by those who have the responsibility for managing the machines, including monitoring and controlling the quality of output using a range of methods, and are responsible for ensuring the production records are completed in line with Company requirements.
A further qualification for Print Finishing at Level 2 is also available. In addition, there are qualifications available to cover Machine Printing and Pre-press job roles. Candidates for this qualification will need to contribute to improving efficiency in the completion of the Company objectives, promote the Company Health and Safety guidelines and policies, and in addition candidates for this qualification will primarily be:
• Responsible for the quality of output of Print Finishing equipment
• In control of the set up and running, maintenance and cleaning of Print Finishing equipment
Due to the wide range of tasks involved in Print Finishing it is difficult to give a definitive list of job titles but Candidates
could have any of the following job titles:
• Binding Operator
• Guillotine Operator
• Folder Operator
• Carton Manufacturer
• Print Finisher
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