Pressman Jobs in Ellington, 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 (16 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (16 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 6 days ago

PRINTER TECHNICIAN IN SPRINGFIELD, MA, USA! Date Posted: 07/03/2025 Hiring Organization: Rose International Position Number: 485050 Industry: Insurance Job Title: Printer Technician Job Location:...

Printer Technician (Only w2, No C2C) Local candidates only

  • Springfield, MA (16 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (16 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Title: Printer Technician (Only w2, No C2C) Local candidates only Location: Springfield -MA Client ID: 36200919 Job Description: We are looking for a motivated Printer Technician to join our team....

Print Machine Operator (Nights)

  • South Windsor, CT (9 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Windsor, CT (9 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Are you motivated to hit production goals? We are looking for Print Machine Operators who want to turn their hard work into money. The right candidate will be a self-starter who can catch on...

Printer Technician

  • Springfield, MA (16 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (16 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 8 days 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 (14 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (14 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 19 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 (12 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Windsor, CT (12 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ 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...

Flexo Press Operator, 2nd Shift

  • Ellington, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ellington, CT
  • 30+ 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ellington, CT
  • 30+ 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 (22 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newington, CT (22 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 12:00am - 8:00am Location: This is an in person position in Newington, CT SUMMARY Operate high-speed laser printing equipment. Follow all operational, safety and...

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Ellington, CT

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Ellington, 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 Ellington, 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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