Occupation

391434 Screen Printer

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
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Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

391434 Screen Printer

Prepares stencils, and sets up and operates power-driven or hand-operated screen print equipment.

Specialisations

  • Screen Printing Stencil Preparer
  • Textiles Printer

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Prepares stencils using digital and hand cut methods
  • Mixes and prepares inks for printing
  • Uses printers, screens, presses, and squeegees to create screen prints
  • Dries printed items using drying machines and drying racks
  • Inspects printed products for quality