Pressman Jobs in Niles, IL

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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Multi-Color Corporation

2nd Pressman Lithographic Press Operator - $5K relocation bonus to St Louis

Position is located in St. Louis Missouri $5000.00 Relocation Bonus! Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive...

Press Operator

  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Press Operator II Apply today to be a Press Operator with one of the most innovative and trusted packaging companies in the world. Printpack is seeking qualified candidates to fill Press Operator...

Press Operator

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 2 days ago

at Novolex in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Why Choose Us? Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and...

Press Operator 2 - Nights $1000 Sign On Bonus

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 5 days ago

press to print single-color, two-color, and/or multi-color work which includes large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements ranging from hairline...

Press Operator

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 6 days ago

at SEMPER INTERNATIONAL,LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Printing Press Operator Location: Bridgeview, IL Shift: First or Second Shift Employment Type: Full-Time or...

Digital Finish Technician

  • Grayslake, IL (24 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Grayslake, IL (24 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Shift Hours: 5:00 am - 5:00 pm Position Summary: The Digital Finishing Technician performs finishing and/or bindery steps necessary to complete an order in an efficient per Imagine standards and procedures...

Print Operator

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Overview The Print Operator will provide exceptional customer service and solutions for client's copy/print needs. Will follow production processes to produce quality, professionally finished...

Printer Technician - (SMIT Field System Admin II)

  • Lincolnshire, IL (12 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (12 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 17 days ago

at CDW LLC in Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States Job Description Description Bring your IT career and talents to CDW, where you can have a greater impact, be inspired by our mission and excited...

Press Operator 1 - Nights

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Job Description Responsibilities: Assist with set up, adjust, operate, and maintain single or multi-color offset press Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as...

Flexographic Press Operator

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Labelmaster is an established and growing company that takes the complexity out of shipping Dangerous Goods (Hazmat), making the world a safer place. We are looking for an intuitive Production...

Digital Press Operator

  • Addison, IL (12 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Addison, IL (12 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 27 days ago

What You Bring Previous experience as a Digital Press Operator or Bindery Operator within the print industry is preferred....

Press Operator 3 - Days $2000 Sign on Bonus

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

quality of product, lead and direct press crew, maintain press, and work on other operation duties as directed by the supervisors Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a gravure press or, multi-color offset...

Press Operator 3 - Nights $2000 Sign On Bonus

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

quality of product, lead and direct press crew, maintain press, and work on other operation duties as directed by the supervisors Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a gravure press or, multi-color offset...

Press Operator-Orora Visual Chicago

  • Niles, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Niles, IL
  • 30+ days ago

At Orora Visual, we are experts in visual communication and believe our products touch lives. From inception to execution using end-to-end technology, our team manages marketing campaigns through...

Second Press Operator

  • Woodridge, IL (23 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodridge, IL (23 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Operate various sheet-fed offset presses. Reads work orders to determine setup specifications and instructions....

Demographic Data for Niles, IL

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Niles, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Niles, IL 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 Niles, IL
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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