Pressman Jobs in Sun Prairie, WI

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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Flexo Press Operator

  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 11 hours ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Ink-redible Opportunity! We\'re searching for askilled Jet Press Operator to join our team! If you\'re passionate aboutprint and have a knack for operating complex machinery,...

Offset Printing Press Operator

  • Westport, WI (13 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Westport, WI (13 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Press Operator....

Customer Support Technician - Phone Support

  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 17 days ago

Position Overview This position is responsible for providing phone support and trouble-shooting efforts for assigned product lines that the GCD service team supports. Demonstrates a full working...

Sheetfed Press Assistant

  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 24 days ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 24 days ago

Schedule: 6am - 4pm, Monday - Friday Sun Prairie, WI Responsibilities: Assist in loading paper for sheetfed machines Work with sheetfed operator to read and interpret job tickets Monitor the printing...

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Sun Prairie, WI

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Sun Prairie, WI 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 Sun Prairie, WI
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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