Pressman Jobs in California

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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Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

Multi-Color Corporation

Flexographic Press Operator

Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

Experienced or No Experienced large format Printing Operator

  • Orange, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Job Summary The Large Format Press Operator must be a dependable self-starter, capable of working independently and as a member of a team on a variety of roll-to-roll and flat-bed digital presses....

Screen Printer

  • Gardena, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Gardena, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Screen Printer Express Employment Professionals LAX/ Hawthorne is seeking a Screen Printer for a company near LAX. For consideration, please call Express LAX/Hawthorne at ... or email your resume...

Assistant Press Operator

  • Irvine, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 18 hours ago

To Feed Press Sheets at the feed station of a Sheetfed Offset Press with minimum trips. To ensure that the proper Ink, Coatings are being used....

Screen Printer Wanted

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Hey I'm a small independent printmaker based out of Golden Hill. I specialize in flat stock screen printing but I do a lot of t-shirts and tote bags commissions on a Kruzer press. I'm looking for...

Screen Printing T-Shirts

  • Torrance, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 2 days ago

T-shirt printing facility has recently acquired 2 more automatic machines, and is looking for people to work. We have operated 2 autos for 10 years, a 14 and 10 color. We just acquired a 12 and 8...

Digital Print Press Operator

  • Brea, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Brea, CA
  • 2 days ago

Digital Print Press Operator Pay Range: $20-$25 / hour Schedule: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm M-F Location: Brea, CA Duties and Responsibilities: Follow established procedures for changing jobs. Trouble...

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MISSION: The mission of the Rialto Unified School District, the bridge that connects students to their aspirations for the future, is to ensure each student achieves personal and career...

PBF Printer Technician II

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 6 days ago

About the Team: The Powder Bed Fusion manufacturing team develops, creates, and operates the most advanced additive manufacturing technologies in the world. This best-in-class team makes sure that...

Print Machine Operator

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago

Job Description: Platon Graphics is seeking a skilled Print Machine Operator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience operating various printing presses and a keen eye...

Four Color Perfector Pressman

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago

Oliver Inc. is looking for an experienced Pressman to join our team....

Materials & Process Technician (Apprentice)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 days ago

MATERIALS & PROCESS TECHNICIAN (APPRENTICE) Freeform is deploying software-defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories around the world, bringing the scalability of software to physical...

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.8%
High School or GED
31.1%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.3%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Some College
2.5%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pressmans in California
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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