Ornamental-Metal Worker
Set up and operate machines to fabricate ornamental metal products.
Strike-Off-Machine Operator
Tend strike-off machines that print cloth with samples of color pastes. Also known as Offset Machine Operator
Tends strike-off machine that prints cloth with samples of color paste for comparison with color standards prior to production printing: Tapes piece of white cloth on printing drum. Places moist cloth pads between engraved strikes on printing roller to separate colors being printed. Pours color sample on engraved strikes of roller. Starts strike-off machine to print impression on cloth. Removes printed sample from machine and places cloth in steam press to dry or places cloth in aging machine to develop and fix color. Trims sample, using scissors. Marks identification number on sample and records sample identification data. Washes strike-off roller and doctor, using brush or rag and water. May tend single-roller printing machine that prints cloth samples for use by laboratory.
Personality Traits
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Persistent: You keep pushing through, even when faced with tough obstacles.
Ready for a Challenge: You jump into new projects with initiative and drive.
Salary and Education
How much does a
Strike-Off-Machine Operator make?
Nationally: $20,000 – $54,000
Main education level: Certificate
source: US Dept of Labor
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