Pressman Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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 Printing T-Shirt Operator

  • Moorestown, NJ (11 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Moorestown, NJ (11 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 28 days ago

un Screen Printing T-Shirt Operator (Moorestown, NJ) compensation: To be discussed We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Screen Printing T-Shirt Operator to join our production team. The...

Distribution Technician - B and D Shifts

  • Bensalem, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bensalem, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description Vestcom is the industry leader in technology-driven shelf-edge solutions for Retailers and CPGs. Our data-integrated media solutions drive sales and loyalty, engaging shoppers...

Printing Press Operators

  • Lafayette Hill, PA (10 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lafayette Hill, PA (10 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Description Are you a Lithographic, Flexographic or Digital Printing Press Operator? Open To Relocation? We also have 29 other Facilities Including: Fullerton CA. Fort Worth TX. Waukesha WI....

Laser Print Operator - A shift

  • Bensalem, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bensalem, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description Vestcom is the industry leader in technology-driven shelf-edge solutions for Retailers and CPGs. Our data-integrated media solutions drive sales and loyalty, engaging shoppers...

Distribution Technician - A and C Shifts

  • Bensalem, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bensalem, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description Vestcom is the industry leader in technology-driven shelf-edge solutions for Retailers and CPGs. Our data-integrated media solutions drive sales and loyalty, engaging shoppers...

Demographic Data for Philadelphia, PA

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA
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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