Pressman Jobs

A Pressman, also known as a Printing Press Operator, is an essential professional in the printing industry tasked with the responsibility of managing the printing press. Their main duties involve setting up and operating the printing press, making necessary adjustments to ensure quality, carrying out regular maintenance activities, and troubleshooting any mechanical issues that may arise. They are also responsible for loading paper, mixing inks and ensuring the correct color balance. Pressman often work in fast-paced environments and should possess strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, mechanical skills, and the ability to perform manual labor.

To qualify for the role of a Pressman, a high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, although some employers prefer candidates with post-secondary training in Graphic Communications or a related field. Further, certification such as the PrintEd Certification by the Graphic Arts Education and Research Foundation can prove beneficial. Prior to becoming a Pressman, an individual may have held positions such as a Bindery Operator, where they would gain experience with assembling, binding, and trimming printed materials, a Prepress Technician, handling the setting up of printing presses for operation, or an Ink Mixer, where they would gain expertise in color theory and ink mixing.

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Digital Press Operator 2nd and 3rd shift

  • Fox Point, WI
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fox Point, WI
  • 19 hours ago

Quad is currently seeking Second and Third Shift Digital Press Operators to work in our Quad Instore facility in West Allis....

Fixed Weekend Shift Sheetfed First Press Operator

  • Sturtevant, WI
  • 20 hours ago
  • Sturtevant, WI
  • 20 hours ago

Essential Functions of this position include: Prepare for Operation - Access job ticket information and set up offset press machine for correct substrate, ink, and plate specifications....

Multi-Color Corporation

Press Operator

Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

Multi-Color Corporation

Printing Press Operator - 12-Hour Night Shift

Build your Career with an Industry Leader Multi-Color Corporation and Fort Dearborn have merged and are now the worlds largest prime label and packaging supplier. Join the new MCC and you will...

Smyth Companies

PRINTING PRESS OPERATOR

Smyth-Boston is seeking candidates who take pride in what they do, love being part of something great, enjoy learning, and creating new opportunities for our customers. From big moments to...

Printing Press Operator

  • Salem, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 3 days ago

Requires thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments....

Multi-Color Corporation

Lithographic Press Operator - 2nd Shift- $5k Sign On Bonus

Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

Techprint,Inc.

Screen Printer

The operation of an automatic and semi-automatic screen-printing press printing on plastic substrate sheets. Responsibilities: Understanding of the primary components and principal functions of...

Multi-Color Corporation

Rotary Gravure Printing Press Operator

THIS IS FOR A 3RD SHIFT POSITION Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer...

Multi-Color Corporation

Flexo Press Operator

Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

Multi-Color Corporation

Quality Technician

Construisez votre carriere avec un leader de l'industrie En tant que leader mondial des etiquettes premium, MCC aide les marques a se demarquer dans des marches competitifs et a inspirer des...

Pressroom Maintencnace Technician

  • Salem, OR
  • 7 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 7 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Install, repair, rebuild, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment used in production and related...

Multi-Color Corporation

Printing Press Operators

Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

Multi-Color Corporation

Digital Printing Press Operator

Experience operating a digital press and/or minimum 2 years web and/or offset experience, required....

Multi-Color Corporation

Flexographic Press Operator

Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

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Salary for Pressman Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePrinting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Pressmans offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.8%
High School or GED
31.1%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.3%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Some College
2.5%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pressmans
2-4 years
45.9%
None
34.8%
4-6 years
6.5%
Less than 1 year
5.4%
6-8 years
5.0%
10+ years
1.2%
8-10 years
1.2%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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