Pressman Jobs in Fulton, MO

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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Web Press - Operator I

  • Fulton, MO
  • 21 days ago
  • Fulton, MO
  • 21 days ago

Web Press - Operator I Walsworth United States, Missouri, Fulton 1201 North Bluff Street (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 Job Details Job Location Fulton - Fulton, MO Position Type Hourly - Production...

Adjunct Instructor - Communication Design 200 Intro to Contemporary Screen Printing

  • Columbia, MO (16 miles from Fulton, MO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbia, MO (16 miles from Fulton, MO)
  • 45+ days ago

Description Stephens College invites applications for part-time (adjunct) instructors for the following courses in our Communication Design program: COMD 200 Intro to Contemporary Screen Printing...

Press Operator II - Production

  • Columbia, MO (16 miles from Fulton, MO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, MO (16 miles from Fulton, MO)
  • 90+ days ago

Experience in web offset printing is desirable, although production experience of any kind may be helpful. Mechanical ability and familiarity with computers is preferred....

Demographic Data for Fulton, MO

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Fulton, MO

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Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Fulton, MO 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 Fulton, MO
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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