Pressman Jobs in West Pittsburg, PA

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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Ink and Plate Technician

  • Youngstown, OH (19 miles from West Pittsburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Youngstown, OH (19 miles from West Pittsburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago

The Ink & Plates Technician will engage in learning the plate making process offering additional backup to Pre-Press & Plate Technicians when applicable.The Ink & Plates Technician will report to the...

Press Operator

  • New Castle, PA (4 miles from West Pittsburg, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Castle, PA (4 miles from West Pittsburg, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Operates and maintains printing presses to produce various printed materials like magazines, newspapers, or packaging. Ensures the press is running smoothly, adjust settings, and monitor the...

Printing Press Operators needed in Butler, $18/hr Evening shift

  • Butler, PA (22 miles from West Pittsburg, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Butler, PA (22 miles from West Pittsburg, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Printing Press Operators needed in Butler, $18/hr Evening shift Butler, PA 2 DAYS AGO 21271022 Summary Butler, PA $18.00 - $18.00 per Hour 6 Months Experience High school graduate or equivalency...

Printing Press Operator Willing to Relocate (Lithographic, Flexographic or Digital )

  • West Pittsburg, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • West Pittsburg, PA
  • 90+ 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...

Digital Press Operator

  • Butler, PA (22 miles from West Pittsburg, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Butler, PA (22 miles from West Pittsburg, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Join our dynamic team and embark on an exciting career where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. At SGK Print (formerly iDL), we create amazing in-store experiences for brands across...

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in West Pittsburg, PA

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Highest Education Level

Pressmans in West Pittsburg, PA 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 West Pittsburg, PA
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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