Pressman Jobs in Loudonville, NY

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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Screen Printer Wanted

  • Schenectady, NY (12 miles from Loudonville, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Schenectady, NY (12 miles from Loudonville, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Some fundamental screen printing or embroidery experience required....

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2nd Shift Press Operator

  • Nesco Resource
  • Cohoes, NY (6 miles from Loudonville, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cohoes, NY (6 miles from Loudonville, NY)
  • 13 days ago

Press Operator (2nd Shift) Location: Cohoes, NY - 18 New Courtland Street Schedule: Monday - Thursday | 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour Take your printing career to the next level....

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Digital Cut-Sheet Press Operator - Night Shift

  • Fort Orange Press
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Loudonville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Loudonville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

including familiarity with layout, trim, bleed, file handling and color management....

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Digital Web Press Operator - Night Shift

  • Fort Orange Press
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Loudonville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Loudonville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

with layout, trim, bleed, file handling and color management....

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Demographic Data for Loudonville, NY

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Loudonville, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Loudonville, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.3%
High School or GED
30.2%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.2%
Master's Degree
7.4%
Some College
2.6%
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 Loudonville, NY
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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