How To Become a Printing Press Operator

What degree do you need

One of the most common questions that we always get is what major or degree do I need to become Printing Press Operators or what courses do I need to take.

We also asked Printing Press Operators what did they major in college or university and here are the top 5 most popular majors that came up.

Printing press operators need a high school diploma and on-the-job training. Postsecondary coursework is offered through community colleges and vocational schools, although most workers learn the required skills through on-the-job training. There are also bachelor’s degree programs in graphic design aimed primarily at students who plan to move into management positions in printing or design.

How hard is it

You may need some previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience to be a Printing Press Operator. For example, an electrician must complete three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

Careers in this difficulty category will usually need 1 or 2 years of on-the-job training and informal training with experienced workers. These careers usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Similar careers include hydroelectric production managers, travel agents, electricians, court reporters, and medical assistants.

License and certifications

No license or certification required for Printing Press Operators

Skills required

We asked other Printing Press Operators if they could only have 5 skills, what would they be. Here is what they said.

Knowledge required

Just like any other job, you will need certain know-hows to excel at your job. Printing Press Operators are generally very knowledgeable in these 5 key areas.

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