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North Light Color

Shipping/Receiving

Elk Grove Village, IL · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Our demo floor is a production facility in which we offer overflow and out-of-capacity printing services to our customers: sign shops, print production facilities, and anything in-between. Lastly, we ...

Corpro Visual

Experienced Sign Installer

Loves Park, IL

$18 - $25/hr

... shop/building) Requirements Qualifications: - Driver's license and clean driving record required - High school diploma or equivalent - Experience with electronic displays a plus - Knowledge of sign ...

Corpro Visual

Experienced Sign Installer

Loves Park, IL · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

... shop/building) Requirements: Qualifications: - Driver's license and clean driving record required - High school diploma or equivalent - Experience with electronic displays a plus - Knowledge of sign ...

Sub Source Inc

Experienced Sign Installer

Loves Park, IL · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

... shop/building) Requirements Qualifications: - Driver's license and clean driving record required - High school diploma or equivalent - Experience with electronic displays a plus - Knowledge of sign ...

Stratus

Finishing Technician

Elmhurst, IL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Prior experience in a sign shop or similar production environment preferred. * Comfortable working with hand tools, knives, rulers, and adhesives. * Able to read and follow production orders ...

Stratus

Finishing Technician

Elmhurst, IL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Prior experience in a sign shop or similar production environment preferred. * Comfortable working with hand tools, knives, rulers, and adhesives. * Able to read and follow production orders ...

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How much do sign shops jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for sign shops in Illinois is $19.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sign shop?

Sign shops are businesses that specialize in designing, manufacturing, and installing signs for commercial, industrial, or personal use. These shops create a variety of signage, including banners, storefront signs, vehicle wraps, and custom displays. They often use materials like vinyl, metal, plastic, and wood, and may offer services such as graphic design, printing, and sign maintenance. Sign shops play an important role in helping businesses attract customers and communicate information effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a sign shop role, and why are they important?

To thrive in a sign shop, you need proficiency in graphic design, knowledge of sign-making materials, and experience with fabrication processes, often supported by a diploma or certificate in graphic design or a related field. Familiarity with design software like Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW, as well as experience using large-format printers, vinyl cutters, and CNC routers, is typically required. Attention to detail, creativity, strong communication, and teamwork are essential soft skills for managing custom projects and client expectations. These skills ensure the creation of high-quality, visually appealing signage that meets client needs and industry standards.

What is the difference between Sign Shops vs Sign Installers?

AspectSign ShopsSign Installers
CredentialsMay include certifications in graphic design, manufacturing, or safetyOften require OSHA safety training and installation certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign, manufacturing, and production facilitiesOn-site installation at various locations
Employer & Industry UsageSign shops produce and design signs; they may also employ installersSpecialize in installing signs at client sites, often employed by sign shops or contractors
Search & Comparison IntentPeople looking to work in sign production or designPeople seeking installation roles or on-site sign setup

Sign Shops focus on designing and manufacturing signs, while Sign Installers specialize in installing signs at various locations. Both roles are interconnected but differ mainly in their primary responsibilities and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Sign Shops job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,007 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Shipping/Receiving

North Light Color

Elk Grove Village, IL • On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

We are a wide-format digital-printing supplier looking to further expand. We are looking for a self motivated, ambitious, outgoing individual to join our shipping team.

  • Shipping and packing duties include collating & packaging signs and displays for shipment locally and nationally using FedEx, UPS, and common carrier.
  • Receiving Duties include receiving product and matching to purchase orders for accuracy and quality. Update database and distribute materials..
  • Position requires frequent bending, lifting, and moving of materials of varying sizes.
  • Must be organized, detail oriented and have a commitment to quality!

This is a full-time position. Full benefits package with medical, dental, life, vision insurance + retirement plan and PTO provided.

Please reply with a cover letter and resume.

Company Description

We are a leading supplier in the wide-format/large-format/grand-format digital printing industry, offering an array of top manufacturers' printers, cutters, laminators, welders and other equipment to the print and sign industry, including those from HP/Scitex, Mimaki, Epson, Seiko, Summa, Zund, Graphtec and much more!

We also have the largest offering of printable media products and supplies from all of the industry's best vendors. Our demo floor is a production facility in which we offer overflow and out-of-capacity printing services to our customers: sign shops, print production facilities, and anything in-between. Lastly, we are proud to have trained, certified technicians who have been helping keep our customers' printers and equipment up and running for over 15 years now.

North Light Color has three offices in the US (Minneapolis, Chicago, Atlanta), and several satellite master distributor warehouses all over the country. Feel free to check out our website: www.northlightcolor.com