Pressman Jobs in Mesquite, TX

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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1st Pressman

  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 24 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 24 days ago

What you’ll do as a 1st Pressman : Follows instructions from job ticket and sets up and directs set up of press according to Press Operator....

Printing Operator

  • Lancaster, TX (12 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 25 days ago
  • Lancaster, TX (12 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 25 days ago

Climate Control Environment Van Dam, Polytype, Omso or Kase Printing Presses experience a plus Offset Printing a plus Shift premiums for 2nd or 3rd shifts Our Sustainability Commitment The Novolex sustainability...

Press Operator

  • Plano, TX (18 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Plano, TX (18 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 28 days ago

Position Summary: The Dallas Morning News is seeking a reliable and experienced Press Operator to operate our Goss SSC single-wide, single-round press, equipped with MegTec zero speed splicers....

Digital Pre Press Operator

  • Carrollton, TX (20 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 29 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (20 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 29 days ago

Strong color management knowledge with ICC color profiling in digital and/or offset printing environments....

Print Operator - Vutek Machine (Grand Prairie, TX; TX)

  • Grand Prairie, TX (21 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (21 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Print Operator to operate and maintain EFI Vutek printers, producing high-quality large-format digital prints. The ideal candidate will have experience...

Digital Print Operator (Over-Night Shift)

  • Desoto, TX (18 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Desoto, TX (18 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 60+ 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...

Flexo Press Operator

  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

General Information Job ID ATR50838 Posting Job Title Flexo Press Operator Locations TX Dallas Cards Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 18-Apr-2025 Relocation Support No Description &...

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Mesquite, TX

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Mesquite, TX 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 Mesquite, TX
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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