Pressman Jobs in Iowa
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.
Mittera is looking for Press Assistants on all shifts to join our growing team! This position is entry level and able to easily advance into skilled roles. Press Assistants provide additional...
Immediate opening for a printing press operator. This position requires someone with high mechanical aptitude. High attention to detail and strong work ethic a must. The individual will run a...
printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities...
printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses....
TPI is actively seeking experienced HP Indigo Press Operators to work 2nd & 3rd shift in Des Moines, IA. We are offering a $3,000 sign-on-bonus and up to $5,000 in relocation assistance for...
Print Operator M-F Day Hours $17.00 per hour Climate Controlled Facility
- Des Moines, IA
- 24 days ago
- Des Moines, IA
- 24 days ago
Invite a friend Job Description: SUMMARY The Print Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining printing equipment to produce high-quality printed materials according to...
The Digital Press Operator manages the operation of digital press machines to print direct mail products, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality output....
and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as requiredPerforms periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturerQualificationsRequires thorough knowledge of offset...
The Quad-City Times is looking for a Press Operator to join our Production team! Our Press Operator is a vital role in the production of our and other newspapers and various other print products....
printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities...
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Pressmans in Iowa offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Pressman position
- Documentation
- Supply Chain
- Housekeeping
- Machine Repair
- General Repair
- Micrometers
- Equipment Maintenance
- Raw Materials
- Packaging Equipment
- Offset Printing
- Digital Press
- Heidelberg
- Bindery
- Flexography
- Commercial Printing
- Digital Printing
- Offset Press
- Lithography
- Color Management
- Large Format Printing
- Binding
- Plate Making
- Die Cutting
- Print Production
- Laminating
- Screen Printing
- Prepress
- Printing
- Direct Mail
- Print Design
- Color Matching
- Finishing
- Machine Operation
- Mechanically Inclined
- Publishing
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Adobe Illustrator
- Preventive Maintenance
- Graphic Design
- Quality Control Inspection
- Installation
- Specifications
- Loading & Unloading
- Packaging
- Quality Control
- Math
- Troubleshooting
- High School Diploma
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Solving
- Sales
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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