Printing Operator Courses
A Printing Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining printing machinery to produce printed materials such as newspapers, magazines, packaging, labels, and promotional items.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Printing Operator
Get qualified to work as a Printing Operator with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
ICP31220
Duration
6 months - 3 years
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Apprenticeship, On Campus, Traineeship
Become a qualified print machinist with the ICP31220 Certificate III in Printing. This trade qualification will develop your knowledge of the printing and graphic arts industries, and teach you how to use (and maintain) a range of print machinery and equipment. Graduate with the skills and confidence to produce printed materials using different printing techniques (lithographic, flexographic, gravure printing et al). Enquire now for the full list of study units, specialisation electives, and upcoming enro...
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Duration
6 months - 3 years
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Apprenticeship, On Campus, Traineeship
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ICP20120
Duration
4 months - 12 months
Study mode
On Campus, Traineeship
Get started in print production with the ICP20120 Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to use a range of printing machines and digital technologies and you’ll graduate with a working knowledge of each step in the printing process. The course covers: pre-press, printing, screen printing, converting, binding and finishing, support services. Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choices, and enrolment centres.
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Duration
4 months - 12 months
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ICP31320
Get the skills you need to carry out routine and non-routine flexographic print jobs with the ICP31320 Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging (Flexographic Printing). This nationally recognised qualification delivers foundational knowledge of the printing and graphic arts industry in Australia as well as specialist technical skills in flexographic printing. The course covers: working to a project brief, adding and removing substrate from the printing process, monitoring and adjusting fl...
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ICP31320
Need the technical skills to work as a print machinist specialising in relief printing? How about the ICP31320 Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging (Relief Printing). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to safely set-up reel-fed or sheet-fed platen, cylinder or rotary printing machines, then conduct proof runs for relief printing. Competencies include: workplace safety and environmental sustainability, preparing for print jobs, setting up reel system, setting u...
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Their role involves preparing the printing press, loading materials, adjusting settings for color and quality, monitoring the production process, and conducting routine maintenance to ensure smooth operation. They also troubleshoot any issues during printing runs and ensure the final product meets quality standards.
Printing Operators work closely with other production team members to meet deadlines and maintain efficient workflow, often in a manufacturing or commercial printing environment. Attention to detail, technical skills, and an understanding of various printing technologies are essential for success in this role.