Pressman Jobs in Wisconsin

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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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...

Multi-Color Corporation

Flexo 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...

Multi-Color Corporation

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 - Little Chute - 3rd Shif

  • Combined Locks, WI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Combined Locks, WI
  • 5 hours ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Heartland Technology Group Description: HeartlandLabel Printers is a printing company specializing in pressure sensitivelabels. We have had continuous growth since 1990, by...

Flexo Press Operator

  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 5 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,...

Web-to-Print Graphics Technician - 1st or 2nd Shift

  • De Pere, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • De Pere, WI
  • 1 day ago

Do you enjoy working in the cross media and packaging industry? Does accepting daily challenges and exceeding goals resonate with you? Belmark is seeking a Web-to-Print Graphics Technician to...

URGENCT HIRE Pressman

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago

Responsible for accurate delivery to Bindery counts, auto-count prints, special instructions on print orders. Responsible for effective cross training of crew....

Screen Printing Press Support Op.

  • Appleton, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: HOURS: Monday-Thursday, 3:00pm to Midnight, Friday3:00-7:00pm We work with businesses and organizations of all kinds toprovide them with personalized promotional products. A...

Sheetfed Press Feeder

  • Beaver Dam, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Beaver Dam, WI
  • 3 days ago

Assists Lead Press Operator in the manual and machine tasks in the operation of an sheetfed printing press and other pressroom equipment. Assists in wash-up and cleaning procedures....

Press Operator

  • Rhinelander, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Rhinelander, WI
  • 3 days ago

The Printpack-Rhinelander facility has an opening for Press Operator. The Press Operator reports to the shift supervisor assigned and is responsible for the overall efficient operation of the...

Press Assistant I - 1st Shift

  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 4 days ago

The Press Assistant I is an entry level role in our Pressroom department. As the Press Assistant I you will gain skills and experience to progress within the department through assisting and...

Press Operator - Little Chute - 3rd Shift

  • Little Chute, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Little Chute, WI
  • 6 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Heartland Label Printers is a printing company specializing in pressure sensitive labels. We have had continuous growth since 1990, by serving the transportation,...

Press Operator Apprentice Apstar

  • Cudahy, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Cudahy, WI
  • 6 days ago

Job Description Learn/trained to Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a gravure press or, multi-color offset press to print single-color, two-color, and/or multi-color work which includes large solids...

Press Operator Apprenticeship Program

  • Cudahy, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Cudahy, WI
  • 6 days ago

Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the...

Flexographic Printing Press Operator Pay Rate: 19.00 Posted 03/04/25 Pleasant Prairie, WI

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 7 days ago

Flexographic Printing Press Operator Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Posted: 03/04/2025 Job Number: 754803 Pay Rate: 19.00 Industry: Aerospace JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Flexographic Printing...

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Salary for Pressman Jobs in Wisconsin

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

Highest Education Level

Pressmans in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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