Pressman Jobs in Winston Salem, 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 Assistant

  • WestRock
  • Greensboro, NC (24 miles from Winston Salem, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC (24 miles from Winston Salem, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve...

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Large Format Digital Press Operator

  • The Vomela Companies
  • High Point, NC (16 miles from Winston Salem, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • High Point, NC (16 miles from Winston Salem, NC)
  • 14 days ago

management tasks and operating digital presses to expected production standards Maintaining assigned documentation and schedules Regular attendance and the ability to work overtime on short notice....

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Offset Press Operator Assistant

  • PaperWorks
  • Greensboro, NC (24 miles from Winston Salem, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC (24 miles from Winston Salem, NC)
  • 15 days ago

We're looking for a QUALIFIED Offset Press Operator Assistant for our rapidly growing Whitsett, NC plant....

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Sheetfed Offset Press Operator Packaging Print

  • PACKRITE LLC
  • High Point, NC (16 miles from Winston Salem, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • High Point, NC (16 miles from Winston Salem, NC)
  • 15 days ago

Solid understanding of ISO 12647-2 color management and G7 calibration practices. Ability to interpret and implement press-side color data and make necessary ink/water/pressure adjustments....

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Offset 2nd Pressman

  • WestRock
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 21 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 21 days ago

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

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Offset 2nd Pressman Job detail

  • Smurfit Westrock plc (fmr Smurfit Kappa Group)
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 28 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 28 days ago

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

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Printing Press Feeder (12-Hour Continuous Ops Schedule, 7 pm - 7 am)

  • Graphic Packaging
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 60+ days ago

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

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Printing Press Feeder (12-Hour Continuous Ops Schedule, 7 pm - 7am)

  • Graphic Packaging
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 60+ days ago

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

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Winston Salem, NC

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Winston Salem, 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 Winston Salem, 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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