Pressman Jobs in Waukesha, WI

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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Print Room Operator - Digital Printing & Finishing

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 days ago

Its a great time to join AAA The Auto Club Group! JOIN THE TEAM COMMITTED TO DRIVING YOUR CAREER FORWARD Job Type: Full time Exempt/Non Exempt: Hourly Job Description: Reports to: RC-Manager,...

Print Room Operator Digital Printing

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: It\'s a great time to join AAA The Auto Club Group! JOIN THE TEAM COMMITTED TO DRIVING YOUR CAREER FORWARD Job Type: Full time Exempt/Non Exempt: Hourly Job Description: Reports...

Digital Press Operator 2nd and 3rd shift

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 4 days ago

seekingSecond and Third Shift Digital Press Operatorsto work in our Quad Instore facility in West Allis....

Sheetfed Press Assistant 1st and 2nd shift

  • West Allis, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Allis, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Quad is currently seeking a Large Format Sheetfed Press Feeders to work in our In-Store facility in West Allis....

Sheetfed First Press Operator 2nd shift

  • West Allis, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Allis, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Quad is currently seeking 2nd shift Sheetfed Press Operator to work in our In-Store facility in West Allis. Press Feeder is responsible for set up and operation of large format litho press infeed....

Press Operator

  • Hartford, WI (21 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hartford, WI (21 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job:Press Operator Shift: 1st 6:30am - 3:30pm Wage: \$16.00 - \$18.00 / hour Job Overview We are seeking a Press Operator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be...

Digital Single Press Operator

  • Cudahy, WI (18 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cudahy, WI (18 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The...

Digital Press Assistant

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Digital Press Assistant to support our digital press operations....

Digital Single Press Operator 2nd Shift

  • Cudahy, WI (18 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cudahy, WI (18 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 12 days ago

Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the...

Digital Single Press Operator 3rd Shift

  • Cudahy, WI (18 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cudahy, WI (18 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 12 days ago

Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the...

Printing Press Operator

  • Franklin, WI (14 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Franklin, WI (14 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 days ago

Printing Press Operator SITE Staffing, Inc $18.00 - $22.00 / hr United States, Wisconsin, Franklin Jun 16, 2025 Franklin, WI $18 - $22 1st & 2nd shifts, 8 and 10 hr shifts Printing Machine...

Digital Print Operator

  • Hartland, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hartland, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 days ago

Digital Print Operator SITE Staffing, Inc $17-$18/hr. BOE United States, Wisconsin, Hartland Jun 16, 2025 Job Description: Hartland, WI 2nd shift, 3pm-11pm, $17/hr. + BOE The role of a Digital...

1st Shift - Press Operator

  • Hartford, WI (21 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hartford, WI (21 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 days ago

1st Shift - Press Operator Staffing Support Specialists United States, Wisconsin, Hartford 120 North Main Street (Show on map) Jun 16, 2025 Job: Press Operator Shift: 1 st 6:30am - 3:30pm Wage:...

Rotary Press Operator

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 18 days ago

Rotary Press - $16-$21 Whats in it for you? $17-$19 1st Shift Paid training Full time hours Clean and safe work environment Temp to hire What will you be doing? Uses a rotary press and cylindrical...

Press Operator - 3rd Shift (10pm-6am)

  • Butler, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Butler, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 18 days ago

Position: Flexographic Press Operator Shift Hours: 3rd Shift (Sun-Fri 10pm-6am) About Inovar Packaging Group Flexo-Graphics, an Inovar Packaging Group, LLC Company, is proud to be one of North...

Demographic Data for Waukesha, WI

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Waukesha, WI

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Waukesha, WI 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 Waukesha, WI
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%


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