How to hire a web pressman

How to hire a web pressman, step by step

Here's a step-by-step web pressman hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a web pressman job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new web pressman
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The web pressman hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect web pressman also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of web pressman salaries for various roles:

   Type of Web Pressman	Description	Hourly rate
   Web Pressman		$14-21
   Compositor	Compositors are the creators of a frame, shot, or sequence final image. They usually combine various digital elements to produce a believable picture... Show more	$11-40
   Screen Making Technician	A screen making technician performs installations and repairs to maintain the smooth flow of operations at manufacturing facilities. Their responsibilities typically include conducting measurements and assessments, setting guidelines, troubleshooting problems, gathering and analyzing data, and maintaining records of all procedures and adjustments... Show more	$12-19

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Press Equipment
   • Ink Colors
   • Troubleshoot

   Responsibilities:

   • Lead a team of three employees to help ensure production run smoothly.
   • Maintain inventory of materials need for operation of pressroom.
   • Unsupervise pressman for Mitsubishi or Heidelberg.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your web pressman job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A web pressman can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, web pressmen' average salary in iowa is 35% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level web pressmen 33% less than senior-level web pressmen.
   • Certifications. A web pressman with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a web pressman's salary.

   Average web pressman salary

   $36,972yearly

   $17.77 hourly rate

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   Entry-level web pressman salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 20, 2025

4. Writing a web pressman job description

   A good web pressman job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a web pressman job description:

   Web pressman job description example

   • The ideal candidate will have run a web press for a minimum of 5 years, Preferably a Non Heat-set Newspaper press.
   • Must be quality and production minded, with some managerial skills.
   • Required to be organized, able to communicate well with others and have calculated decision making skills.

   The candidate Will:

   • Report directly to the Pressroom Manager and will coordinate with them on printing and production related issues such as, quality, maintenance and schedule of production. As well as personnel issues on their shift.
   • Train, coach, and counsel staff, make work assignments, and address employee questions as needed
   • Inspect and monitor operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards and provide employee safety training to prevent, detect and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.
   • Ensure the growth of the business and be committed to the company’s success
   • Have a minimum of five years web press experience (Some management experience is a plus)
   • Demonstrate the ability to both understand and operate Non Heat-set Web printing equipment
   • Demonstrate a mechanical ability to diagnose and repair pressroom equipment
   • Have experience with workflow management, basic computer operation and a commitment to waste reduction and operational efficiency

   The position offers a competitive compensation package:

   Ranging from $25-$28 per hour depending on experience. 6 Paid Holidays, plus 3 sick days (2 with doctor excuse). Health Insurance offered (single with 50/50 premium split)

   Current equipment we are running:

   • 16 Unit Heidelberg Mercury Web Newspaper Press with two J35 Heidelberg folders.
   • Fully automated with AVT Mercury register control and Ink controls from a touch screen monitor.
   • Press is also equipped with Auto Ink levelers on every fountain.

   All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
   
   GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right web pressman for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with web pressmen they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit web pressmen who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your web pressman job on Zippia to find and recruit web pressman candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting web pressmen requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new web pressman

   Once you've selected the best web pressman candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new web pressman first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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