Pressman Jobs in California

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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Setup Technician 2nd and 3rd position

  • Merced, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Merced, CA
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Level: Entry Job Location: Merced, CA - Merced, CA Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Category: Manufacturing...

Digital Press Operator

  • Napa, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 2 days ago

Press Operator you will operate a digital printing press engaged in the production of printed products in a safe and efficient manner....

Shipping/Receiving Clerk - Screen Printing Shop (Part Time)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

Camputee Press is hiring for Part-Time Shipping/Receiving here at our San Francisco, CA facility. Come in and join our vertically integrated manufacturing team as we produce the highest quality...

Digital Press Operator

  • Palmdale, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Palmdale, CA
  • 3 days ago

Sets up, adjusts, and operates various types of color or black and white state-of-the-art reproduction equipment, high volume engineering copiers, and paper collating machines to perform any...

Press Operator 2

  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 3 days ago

maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer Qualifications Requires thorough knowledge of offset...

Warehouse Position T-Shirt Printing Operator DTF, DTG, Screen Print

  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 3 days ago

Shop4Ever / Creative ACC Inc. is seeking a dependable, honest, and detail-oriented individual for a Full-Time Warehouse Role. Experience with printing machines (DTF, DTG, and Screen Printing) is a...

Print Shop Worker

  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 3 days ago

Looking to fill a full time position to support our pressman and bindery operator....

Digital Press Operator

  • Santa Fe Springs, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA
  • 4 days ago

Growing manufacturer seeking experienced Digital Press Operator. Keys to hire: Experience with different digital press machines. Bilingual is a plus....

Screen Printer Needed

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 4 days ago

Natural Motion Print Shop is looking for an Experienced screen printer position. This person would be responsible for helping with screens, setting up Jobs, handling and organize orders, and other...

T-Shirt Printing Operator DTF, DTG, Screen Print Warehouse Position

  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago

Shop4Ever / Creative ACC Inc. is seeking a dependable, honest, and detail-oriented individual for a Full-Time Warehouse Role. Experience with printing machines (DTF, DTG, and Screen Printing) is a...

Reprographics Technician

  • Martinez, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Martinez, CA
  • 7 days ago

Reprographics Technician NOTE: New employees will be placed at the first step which is $25,560.00 per year, second step $26,850.00 per year or third step at $28,212.00 per year (depending upon...

Reprographics Technician

  • CA
  • 8 days ago
  • CA
  • 8 days ago

Reprographics Technician Job Description / Essential Elements: Reprographics Technician Posting Number: 0002172 Location: Los Medanos College Salary: Yearly: $25,560, step 1 - $31,134, step 5 (see...

Print Machine Operator

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago

Print Machine Operator Job Employer Name:SpiderID: 13954701 Location: Los Angeles, CaliforniaDate Posted: 3/4/2025 Wage:Category: Manufacturing Job Code: Job Description: Platon Graphics is...

Flexographic Press Operator

  • Fullerton, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 10 days ago

Flexographic Press Operator Multi-Color Corporation MCC $24.60 - $36.50 / hr life insurance, 401(k) United States, California, Fullerton 531 North Airpark Drive (Show on map) Jun 10, 2025...

Press Printing Operator Associate

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 days ago

Press Printing Operator Associate Adecco is hiring for our client in the Marina Del Rey area. This client provides printed material for their clients in a climate-controlled facility. You will be...

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.0%
High School or GED
30.8%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.3%
Master's Degree
7.3%
Some College
2.5%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pressmans in California
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%


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