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
- 6 days ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Chicago, IL
- 6 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...
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Niles, IL
- 11 days ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Niles, IL
- 11 days ago
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...
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- Multi-Color Corporation
- Niles, IL
- 11 days ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Niles, IL
- 11 days ago
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...
Experience in web offset printing is desirable, although production experience of any kind may be helpful. Mechanical ability and familiarity with computers is preferred....
Set up, operate, and monitor HP Indigo digital presses to produce high-quality prints according to production schedules and customer requirements....
Laser Inkjet Print Operator - 3rd Shift Company Overview At Amsive, our people are our first priority. We have been a leader in print production for over 40 years. Our team brings innovative...
Digital Print Press Operator - 2nd Shift Company Overview At Amsive, our people are our first priority. We have been a leader in print production for over 40 years. We specialize in high-quality,...
Press Operator 2 - Days Sign On Bonus $1000
- Elk Grove Village, IL
- 5 days ago
- Elk Grove Village, 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 Review job specifications...
Shift Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Position Summary The Digital Press Operator is responsible for all aspects of operating large format digital printing equipment to Imagine production and quality standards...
Shift Hours: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm Position Summary: The Digital Press Operator is responsible for all aspects of operating large format digital printing equipment to Imagine production and quality standards...
Anchorfish Printing & Embroidery Evanston, IL $20/hr STARTING PAY Full-Time + Overtime |Morning Shift | Hands-On Work You know your way around an auto press. You're not afraid of ink, heat, or...
Perform color management tasks, including PMS color matching across various substrates....
Machine Operator (printing Press) - Starting Pay - $35.61!
- Elk Grove Village, IL
- 15 days ago
- Elk Grove Village, IL
- 15 days ago
-Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software: -Printing press, CPC (Color Printer Control) (for Heidelberg presses), various wrenches and other related tools....
Printing Press Operator Willing to Relocate (Lithographic, Flexographic or Digital )
- Peoria, IL
- 21 days ago
- Peoria, IL
- 21 days ago
Description Are you a Lithographic, Flexographic or Digital Printing Press Operator? Open To Relocation? Build your Career with an Industry Leader. As the global leader of premium labels, MCC...
Press Operator 2 - Nights $1000 Sign On Bonus
- Elk Grove Village, IL
- 30+ days ago
- Elk Grove Village, IL
- 30+ 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...
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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
- Flexibility
- Micrometers
- Equipment Maintenance
- Punch Press
- Education Experience
- Offset Press
- Offset Printing
- Digital Press
- Heidelberg
- Bindery
- Flexography
- Commercial Printing
- Plate Making
- Lithography
- Color Management
- Large Format Printing
- Digital Printing
- Binding
- Laminating
- Die Cutting
- Prepress
- Screen Printing
- Print Production
- Printing
- Print Design
- Color Matching
- Color Theory
- Direct Mail
- Finishing
- Machine Operation
- Mechanically Inclined
- Publishing
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Graphic Design
- Preventive Maintenance
- Packing
- Quality Control Inspection
- Specifications
- Installation
- Media
- Packaging
- Math
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Control
- High School Diploma
- Filing
- Sales
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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