Pressman Jobs in Illinois
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.

2nd Pressman Lithographic Press Operator - $5K relocation bonus to St Louis
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Chicago, IL
- 5 days ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Chicago, IL
- 5 days ago
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...

Printing Press Operator ( Flexo & Offset ) - 2nd Shift M - F ( 2PM - 10PM )
- Lithotype Company
- Bolingbrook, IL
- 8 days ago
- Lithotype Company
- Bolingbrook, IL
- 8 days ago
Come run either a new 52" web 10 color CI Flexo printing press with automatic washup, automatic registration and full camera monitoring or 33" inline 7 color offset printing press with automatic washup...
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...
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...
This company is a one-stop provider of digital and offset printing services, signs, graphics, banners and decals in central Illinois....
at RR Donnelley in St. Charles, Illinois, United States Job Description Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate...
at RR Donnelley in St. Charles, Illinois, United States Job Description Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate...
Job Description Set up, adjust, operate and maintain a variety of presses including 40" Heidelberg, Komori, 64" and 81" KBA sheetfed presses....
Press Operator 2 - Nights $1000 Sign On Bonus
- Elk Grove Village, IL
- 4 days ago
- Elk Grove Village, IL
- 4 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...
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...
JOB SUMMARY The Heidelberg Press Operator will operate and maintain Heidelberg printing press....
Pay: $26-28/hr. depending on experience Shift: 3p - 1a, Monday through Thursday. Note: these hours are subject to change based on production needs. Schedule may change to include Fridays. If...
Pay: $26-28/hr. depending on experience Shift: 5a - 3p, Monday through Thursday. Note: these hours are subject to change based on production needs. Schedule may change to include Fridays. If...
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...
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...
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Pressmans in Illinois offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Pressman position
- Housekeeping
- Regulations
- Machine Repair
- General Repair
- Micrometers
- Equipment Maintenance
- Hand Tools
- Offset Press
- Offset Printing
- Digital Press
- Heidelberg
- Bindery
- Flexography
- Commercial Printing
- Lithography
- Plate Making
- Color Management
- Large Format Printing
- Binding
- Digital Printing
- Laminating
- Die Cutting
- Prinergy Workflow
- Prepress
- Screen Printing
- Print Production
- Printing
- Color Matching
- Direct Mail
- Finishing
- Machine Operation
- Mechanically Inclined
- Publishing
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Graphic Design
- Packing
- Preventive Maintenance
- Quality Control Inspection
- Specifications
- Installation
- Packaging
- Math
- Troubleshooting
- High School Diploma
- Quality Control
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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