Pressman Jobs in Newton, 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.

1-3 of 3 Jobs

Print Operator 3rd

  • Nesco Resource
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Nesco Resource is now hiring for Print Operator positions at a facility in Hickory, NC. Job Description and Requirements: Operate and monitor printing equipment according to production standards...

In Person

Print Operator

  • Nesco Resource
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Nesco Resource is now hiring for Print Operator positions at a facility in Hickory, NC. Job Description and Requirements: Operate and monitor printing equipment according to production standards...

In Person

Ink Inplant Tech Trainee: Newton, NC

  • Sun Chemical Corporation
  • Newton, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Newton, NC
  • 90+ days ago

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials,...

In Person

Demographic Data for Newton, NC

Moving to Newton, NC? Find some basic demographic data about Newton, NC below.

Local
National
26,453
495
Medium

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title

Salary for Pressman Jobs in Newton, NC

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Newton, NC 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 Newton, 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

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Pressman position

In-Demand skills () are the most popular among employers according to the current jobs in our database. Last updated today!

Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills