Pressman Jobs in Wharton, 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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New Paramount Prints

Screen Printer ( PM Shift )

Since F. Schumacher & Co. was founded in 1889, our family-owned design house has been synonymous with style, taste, and innovation—and always ahead of the pack. We’re driven by a shared belief...

Bindery/Book Printing Machine Operator/Warehouse

  • Totowa, NJ (21 miles from Wharton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Totowa, NJ (21 miles from Wharton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Bindery person needed to perform bindery and finishing duties for a digital book printing company in Northern New Jersey. Primary job and machine operations include perfect binding, case binding,...

Field Service Technician, Electrical, PCR

  • Parsippany, NJ (10 miles from Wharton, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (10 miles from Wharton, NJ)
  • 17 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...

Demographic Data for Wharton, NJ

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Wharton, NJ

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Wharton, 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 Wharton, 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%


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