Operate computerized masking system to produce stripping masks used in production of offset lithographic printing plates.

Views monitors for feedback and error prompts, for visual representations of work in progress, and for numerical information such as width of line and last point plotted. Presses button to activate vacuum to hold masking in place and to activate drafting unit that scores masking material with programmed figures. Presses button to transfer data from system memory to disk. Studies layout sheet to determine shapes of windows drawn on layout sheet. Removes film from plotting drum and puts film in automatic film processor to create masks. Places material on light table and peels scored figures from masking material, using needle and tape. Removes scored masking material from drafting table. Positions artist's layout on digitizing tables of electronic masking system to prepare for data entry in system memory. Loads drafting unit with masking material to prepare for plotting and scoring of programmed figures or loads film into plotting drum to make photographic mask exposure. Activates plotting drum to make photographic mask exposures. Touches reference points of designs on layout sheet, using mouse, and presses button of mouse to enter coordinates of design in system memory. Selects options on menu of electronic masking system, such as shape, dimensions of designs to be drawn, register marks, and retrieval of stored designs. Touches symbol of option selected on menu and activates option with mouse.

Computers and Electronics -- Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. Design -- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Mathematics -- Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Operation and Control -- Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

Near Vision -- The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Interacting With Computers -- Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings -- Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. Getting Information -- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. Controlling Machines and Processes -- Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). Processing Information -- Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events -- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.