Pressman Jobs in Fairfield, NJ

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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Press Operator - Flexo, offset, Digital - Experienced

Fairfield, NJ
4 days ago

Fairfield, NJ
4 days ago

Responsibilities Operate various types of printing presses, including screen printing and digital presses....

Field Service Technician, Electrical, PCR

Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
10 days ago

Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
10 days ago

Field Service Technician, Electrical, PCR BNA - Bobst North America Bobst North America named to Forbes Best Midsize Employers List 3 years in a row! Do you want to be a part of a Global...

3rd shift Electro Mechanic Maintenance Technician

New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
22 days ago

New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
22 days ago

Overview Create value at TC Transcontinental At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team. We have been driving innovation since 1976. With over...

Field Service Technician - Mechatronic - Postpress

New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
22 days ago

New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
22 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...

Experienced Screen Printer

Perth Amboy, NJ (24 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
29 days ago

Perth Amboy, NJ (24 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
29 days ago

un Experienced Screen Printer (Perth Amboy) compensation: 25.00 per hour and up based on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Screen Printer We are looking for an...

Digital Print Operator - Brooklyn Navy Yards

New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
30+ days ago

New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
30+ days ago

Digital Print Operator - Brooklyn Navy Yards Brooklyn, New York Since F. Schumacher & Co. was founded in 1889, our family-owned design house has been synonymous with style, taste, and...

RisoLAB Technician (Evenings and Weekends Shift)

New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
45+ days ago

New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
45+ days ago

Previous experience working with Risograph printing, traditional printmaking, and/or offset or digital press operations is required....

Pressman

Norwood, NJ (19 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
45+ days ago

Norwood, NJ (19 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
45+ days ago

Key Responsibilities Set up and operate offset printing presses (e.g., Heidelberg, Muller Martin, Edelmann, etc.)...

Field Service Technician, Mechanical, FFG/DRO

Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
45+ days ago

Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
45+ days ago

Field Service Technician, Mechanical, FFG/DRO BNA - Bobst North America Do you want to be a part of a Global organization within the packaging industry? Did you know that around half of the...

Field Service Technician, LLAM, Mechanic + Process

Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
45+ days ago

Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
45+ days ago

Field Service Technician, LLAM, Mechanic + Process BNA - Bobst North America Bobst North America named to Forbes Best Midsize Employers List 3 years in a row! Do you want to be a part of a Global...

Field Service Technician, Mechanical, SPO/FLEXO

Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
45+ days ago

Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
45+ days ago

Field Service Technician, Mechanical, SPO/FLEXO BNA - Bobst North America Bobst North America named to Forbes Best Midsize Employers List 3 years in a row! Do you want to be a part of a Global...

Digital Print Coordinator/Print Operator

New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
90+ days ago

New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
90+ days ago

Job Summary: Digital Print Coordinator's role: Heavy client interaction verbal/written forms. Customer Service skills is a must. Coordinate workflow activities ensuring customer satisfaction in...

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Demographic Data for Fairfield, NJ

Moving to Fairfield, NJ? Find some basic demographic data about Fairfield, NJ below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Fairfield, NJ

Local

National

Total Population

7,872

Number of Businesses

1,252

City Size

Medium/Sm

Title Synonyms

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Press Operator

Salary for Pressman Jobs in Fairfield, NJ

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Fairfield, NJ 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 Fairfield, NJ

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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