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How many Map Maker jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 7 Map Maker jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Map Maker do?

Printing machine assistants set and operate letterpress, platen or cylinder, lithographic and photogravure printing machines, photocopiers, office printers, duplication machines and other reprographic equipment.

Tasks required include:

• Positions printing plates, loads inks into reservoirs and loads paper rolls or sheets into printing press.
• Sets controls to control the speed, pressure and ink flow of printing machine.
• Loads photocopiers, office printers, duplication machines and other reprographic equipment with stationery.
• Starts reprographic or printing machine and monitors operation for paper misfeeds and error messages, removes blockages and replaces damaged paper, and monitors quality of output.
• Carries out routine maintenance and cleaning of printing machine.
• Sets and operates machines for cutting paper to specified dimensions or for folding or binding to produce finished paper items.
• Sets and operates presses for stamping patterns and labels on textiles, clothing, pottery, footwear and other leather goods.

What are the entry requirements for a Map Maker?

No academic qualifications are required. Off and on-the-job training is provided. NVQs/SVQs in Screen Printing are available at Levels 1 and 2, and in Machine Printing at Levels 2 and 3.