Pressman Jobs in Lawrence, KS

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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Laser Print Operator - 1st Shift, 6am - 6pm $500 Sign-On Bonus

  • New Century, KS (22 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 13 hours ago
  • New Century, KS (22 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 13 hours ago

Company Description Vestcom is the industry leader in technology-driven shelf-edge solutions for Retailers and CPGs. Our data-integrated media solutions drive sales and loyalty, engaging shoppers...

Distribution Technician - 1st Shift Part Time, 8am - 4pm

  • New Century, KS (22 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Century, KS (22 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 3 days ago

Company Description Vestcom is the industry leader in technology-driven shelf-edge solutions for Retailers and CPGs. Our data-integrated media solutions drive sales and loyalty, engaging shoppers...

1st shift Thermo print Operator/Packer

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 10 days ago

Overview At Berry Global Group, Inc. (NYSE:BERY), we create innovative packaging and engineered products that we believe make life better for people and the planet. We do this every day by...

2nd shift Thermo print Operator/Packer

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 10 days ago

Overview At Berry Global Group, Inc. (NYSE:BERY), we create innovative packaging and engineered products that we believe make life better for people and the planet. We do this every day by...

Press Mechanic

  • De Soto, KS (14 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 20 days ago
  • De Soto, KS (14 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 20 days ago

Qualifications: Experience with Man Roland or Heidelberg presses and Bobst die cutters. Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics....

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Lawrence, KS

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Lawrence, KS offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.8%
High School or GED
31.0%
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
0.7%

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