Pressman Jobs in High Point, NC

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 Assistant

  • Greensboro, NC (14 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Greensboro, NC (14 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 8 hours ago

GENERAL PURPOSE : Responsible for the performance of manual and machine tasks in the set up, maintenance, and operation of sheet-fed offset press to accurately produce product to customer specifications...

3rd Shift Press Feeder Operator

  • Asheboro, NC (19 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Asheboro, NC (19 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 13 days ago

PRINTING PRESS FEEDER OPERATOR JOB SUMMARY: Apprentice to the pressman, assisting in all aspects to make sure the job runs smoothly....

Pressman (Floater)

  • Winston Salem, NC (16 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (16 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 22 days ago

This person will be trained in all aspects of the Offset Press operation....

Offset Pressman

  • Winston Salem, NC (16 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (16 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 26 days ago

This person will be trained in all aspects of the Offset Press operation....

Offset Printing Press Feeder

  • Greensboro, NC (14 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greensboro, NC (14 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview PaperWorks is a leading, integrated North American full-service provider of 100% recycled paperboard and specialized folding cartons for packaging applications. Founded in 2008 and...

Offset Press Operator

  • Greensboro, NC (14 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greensboro, NC (14 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Summary The Offset Press Operator is responsible for producing quality printed products within production standard guidelines and customer specifications....

Printing Operator

  • Thomasville, NC (8 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Thomasville, NC (8 miles from High Point, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

The printing operator position is needed at Hood Packaging Corporation's Thomasville, NC location. This position will assist in ensuring HACCP, GMP'S, work instructions, and SQF requirements are...

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in High Point, NC

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in High Point, NC 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 High Point, NC
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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