Pressman Jobs in Granite City, IL

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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Board & Flexo Press Operator

Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Granite City, IL)
5 days ago

Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Granite City, IL)
5 days ago

Sets up and operates flexographic UV printing press to print designs and lettering on rolls of board stock. Will be applying foil to and die cutting board stock. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Reads job orders...

Machine Operator - Printing

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
8 days ago

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
8 days ago

Description $17.87 HR OVERTIME PAY AFTER 8 HOURS DAILY .55 PER HOUR 2ND SHIFT / 1.50 HOUR 3RD SHIFT) LOCATED IN AFFTON MO (SOUTH COUNTY) Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global...

Press Assistant

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
14 days ago

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
14 days ago

External Press Assistant Set-Up Operator Primary Functions and Responsibilities: Support Press Operations : Assist the pressman with all aspects of preparing and running a print job to ensure seamless...

Press Assistant

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
16 days ago

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
16 days ago

Flexographic Press Operator -3rd shift

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
19 days ago

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
19 days ago

Kelly Services has openings for Flexographic Press Operators with a reputable Client located in St. Louis, MO. These are positions with immediate hiring potential. Location: St. Louis, MO Shift...

Press Operator

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
22 days ago

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
22 days ago

Flexographic Press Operator Department: Press Hall FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Hourly Reports to: Shift Supervisor Shift: ALL Location: Saint Louis, MO About Us This company is a leading...

Flexographic Press Operator -3rd shift

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
23 days ago

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
23 days ago

Kelly Services has openings for Flexographic Press Operators with a reputable Client located in St. Louis, MO. These are positions with immediate hiring potential. Location: St. Louis, MO Shift...

Flexographic Press Operator 2nd Shift

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
23 days ago

Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
23 days ago

Kelly Services has openings for Flexographic Press Operators with a reputable Client located in St. Louis, MO. These are positions with immediate hiring potential. Location: St. Louis, MO Shift...

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Demographic Data for Granite City, IL

Moving to Granite City, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Granite City, IL below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Granite City, IL

Local

National

Total Population

40,872

Number of Businesses

689

City Size

Medium

Title Synonyms

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Press Operator

Salary for Pressman Jobs in Granite City, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Granite City, IL 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 Granite City, IL

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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