Pressman Jobs in East Hartford, CT

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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Printer Technician

  • Springfield, MA (22 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Springfield, MA (22 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 11 hours ago

Printer Technician#25-63727 Springfield, MA All On-site Job Description Printer Technician Role Job Description We are looking for a motivated Printer Technician to join our team at Financial....

Field Service Technician - Mechatronic - Postpress

  • Hartford, CT (2 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (2 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 10 days ago

What you will do: Perform mechanical/electrical troubleshooting of Heidelberg Postpress bindery equipment Conduct maintenance & training on Heidelberg Postpress commercial bindery equipment Work with...

Print Operator I

  • Windsor, CT (5 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 23 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (5 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 23 days ago

About the Role: As a Print Operator I, you will work under minimal supervision, responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and executing jobs on digital print and finishing equipment. You'll operate...

Print Operator

  • Windsor, CT (5 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (5 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 29 days ago

Print Operator Exela Enterprise Solutions paid time off, 401(k) United States, Connecticut, Windsor Jun 04, 2025 About Exela Exela is a business process automation (BPA) leader, leveraging a...

Flexo Press Operator, 2nd Shift

  • Ellington, CT (13 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Ellington, CT (13 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 29 days ago

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Ellington, CT - Ellington, CT Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Second...

Flexo Press Operator, 3rd Shift

  • Ellington, CT (13 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Ellington, CT (13 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 29 days ago

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Ellington, CT - Ellington, CT Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Third...

Print Operator 3rd Shift

  • Newington, CT (8 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newington, CT (8 miles from East Hartford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 3rd Shift hours 12:00am - 8:00am Location: Newington, CT SUMMARY Operate high-speed laser printing equipment. Follow all operational, safety and quality control...

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in East Hartford, CT

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in East Hartford, CT offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.0%
High School or GED
30.8%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
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 East Hartford, CT
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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