Pressman Jobs in Tennessee

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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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 helps brands...

Multi-Color Corporation

Printing Press Operator

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...

Press Operator

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 18 hours ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 18 hours ago

If you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying. At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that...

Flexo Press Operator (2nd shift)

  • Collierville, TN
  • 20 hours ago
  • Collierville, TN
  • 20 hours ago

Job Summary: Sets up and operates flexographic printing press to produce basic to multiple color quality process printing of labels/products on rolls of flexible plastic film, paper, and other...

Laser Technician

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Northern Litho Surgical Laser Technicians complete multiple functions, which enable Northern Litho to provide laser services to its doctors, patients and client hospitals. Transportation....

Print Operator Helper Position - 2nd Shift

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Assist in bindery type work Packing Boxes Stacking Forms Utilize manual pallet jack Gather supplies such as clipboard, packing, boxes, labels Check glue levels Load rolls when necessary...

Zund Print Operator

  • Smyrna, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 2 days ago

Our Opportunity GPJ is looking for a Utility Print Operator to join our growing team! This role is on-site, requiring you to report to our Smyrna, TN office location a minimum of 5 days per week....

Printing Press Operator / Inspector - 1st shift

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago

Randstad is currently hiring for a Printing Press Operator/Inspector position in the Powell, TN area for a well-known company that values its employees. This company is committed to developing...

Assistant Press Operator - Night Shift

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

Overview Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to...

Press Operator - Night Shift

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

Overview Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to...

Lead Pressman

  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago

Lead Pressman Position Description / Responsibilities Job Summary: The Lead Pressman is responsible for the operation of printing press, equipment set up, quality, adjusting, and ensures product prints...

1st Pressman (Sheetfed)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago

Essential Functions: Requires thorough knowledge of sheetfed, offset printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, safety requirements, and skills to perform assignments....

2nd Pressman (Sheetfed)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago

Preferred experience on an offset press but not required....

Press Operator / Pressman

  • Hendersonville, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Hendersonville, TN
  • 12 days ago

The Pressman will guide the direction and utilization of the press....

Label Press Operator

  • Morristown, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Morristown, TN
  • 13 days ago

Job Overview We are seeking a skilled Press Operator with Flexographic experience. The Press Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining various types of presses in a manufacturing...

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Tennessee

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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