Pressman Jobs in Plainfield, 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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Setup Technician, 3rd Shift

  • Montgomery, IL (11 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Montgomery, IL (11 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Job Details Job Location: Montgomery, IL - MONTGOMERY, IL Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Third Job Category:...

Flexo Press Operator, 3rd Shift

  • Montgomery, IL (11 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Montgomery, IL (11 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Job Details Job Location: Montgomery, IL - MONTGOMERY, IL Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Third Description As an...

Printing Press Operator - Heidelberg Press

  • Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 18 days ago

This position will operate Heidelberg Printing Presses, applying inks and coatings to packaging materials while ensuring quality standards, safety, and efficiency are met....

Press Operator II - Night Shift

  • Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Set up, operate, and monitor HP Indigo digital presses to produce high-quality prints. Set up, operate, and monitor Canon Oce Vario digital presses to produce high-quality prints....

Digital Press Operator - 3rd Shift

  • Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Set up, operate, and monitor HP Indigo digital presses to produce high-quality prints. Set up, operate, and monitor Canon Oce Vario digital presses to produce high-quality prints....

Lead Offset Press Operator

  • Woodridge, IL (15 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodridge, IL (15 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

General Information Job ID ATR51846 Posting Job Title Lead Offset Press Operator Locations IL Woodridge Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 22-May-2025 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements...

Lead Press Operator

  • Woodridge, IL (15 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Woodridge, IL (15 miles from Plainfield, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Must have minimum of five years' manufacturing experience performing First Press Operator duties on sheet-fed equipment comparable to Heidelberg with knowledge of CP2000 console....

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Plainfield, IL

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Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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%

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