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Color Separator Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

JOHNS BYRNE CO

Prepress Operator

Niles, IL · On-site

$22 - $40/hr

Color separations and screening * PDF/X standards * Trapping and overprint settings * Bleed and trim specifications * Imposition software * Resolution and image optimization * Print proofing and ...

JOHNS BYRNE CO

Prepress Operator

Niles, IL

$22 - $40/hr

Color separations and screening * PDF/X standards * Trapping and overprint settings * Bleed and trim specifications * Imposition software * Resolution and image optimization * Print proofing and ...

RSM

Supervisor, Integration & Separation

Chicago, IL · On-site

$95K - $192K/yr

Oversees assigned integration or separation workstreams and reviews analyses for quality ... race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including ...

Gilbane Building Company

DoD Skillbridge Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Upon separation, you will receive an Honorable Discharge * Command (O-4 above) approval for ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color ...

Linde

R&D Engineer - Campus 2026-2027

Burr Ridge, IL · On-site

$85/hr

While continuing work onconventional separation and purification technologies, we also ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

NSI INDUSTRIES

Machine Operator (2nd shift)

Norridge, IL · On-site

$17/hr

Separate parts from runners/objects * Operate all scales and report any issues with equipment or process * At the beginning of every shift, verify that shop ticket holder, color cone, color stamps ...

McDonald's

Shift Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17.80 - $19.30/hr

However, this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald's USA. If you ... We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry, sex ...

McDonald's

Shift Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17.80 - $19.30/hr

However, this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald's USA. If you ... We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry, sex ...

McDonald's

Maintenance

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

However, this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald's USA. If you ... We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry, sex ...

McDonald's

Shift Manager

Alsip, IL · On-site

$17.80 - $19.30/hr

However, this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald's USA. If you ... We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry, sex ...

McDonald's

Maintenance

Alsip, IL · On-site

$16.80 - $17.80/hr

However, this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald's USA. If you ... We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry, sex ...

McDonald's

Shift Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17.80 - $19.30/hr

However, this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald's USA. If you ... We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry, sex ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for color separator in Chicago, IL is $51,517.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,700.00 and $62,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Color Separator job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,517 per year, or $24.8 per hour.

Prepress Operator

JOHNS BYRNE CO

Niles, IL • On-site

$22 - $40/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Prepress Operator Position Summary
The Prepress Operator is responsible for preparing customer artwork and production files for printing by ensuring all files meet company, customer, and press requirements. This role performs file review, correction, color management, proof generation, imposition, and workflow processing to ensure efficient production and high-quality printed products. The Prepress Operator works closely with Project Managers, Client services, Sales, plating and the press room, to resolve artwork issues and maintain production schedules.
Key Responsibilities
  • Review incoming customer artwork for printability and production compatibility.
  • Verify file specifications including dimensions, bleeds, margins, resolution, fonts, and color builds.
  • Correct artwork issues while maintaining customer design intent.
  • Create and manage production-ready PDF files.
  • Generate digital and hard-copy proofs for customer approval.
  • Execute trapping, imposition, and nesting as required.
  • Prepare files for offset printing.
  • Create press-ready files according to equipment, substrate and finishes required.
  • Maintain file organization, revision control, and production documentation.
  • Communicate artwork concerns and technical requirements to internal customers.
  • Troubleshoot file-related production issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to workflow efficiency and quality.
  • Adhere to company quality standards, safety practices, and production procedures.

Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree in Graphic Communications, Printing Technology, or related field preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience in a prepress, graphic arts, packaging, or printing environment.
  • Proficiency with the Adobe® Creative Cloud: Adobe® Acrobat Pro, Adobe® Illustrator, Adobe® Photoshop, Adobe® InDesign.
  • Strong understanding of PDF workflows and print production standards.
  • Knowledge of color management.
  • Experience with proofing systems, KODAK PRINERGY® and PREPS®, Enfocus PitStop Pro®.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of offset printing, foil, em-, de-bossing for packaging.
  • Experience with barcodes, variable data printing, and packaging artwork.
  • Understanding of G7, GRACoL, SWOP, or other color standards.
  • Experience working within ISO or quality-controlled manufacturing environments.

Technical Knowledge
  • CMYK, RGB, spot colors
  • Color separations and screening
  • PDF/X standards
  • Trapping and overprint settings
  • Bleed and trim specifications
  • Imposition software
  • Resolution and image optimization
  • Print proofing and color matching
  • Press and finishing requirements

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
  • Visual abilities: close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Success Metrics
  • Accuracy of production files
  • On-time job preparation
  • Reduction of press delays caused by file issues

Compliance with customer specifications and production standards

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