Prepress Operator
Niles, IL · On-site
$22 - $38/hr
Create press-ready files according to equipment, substrate and finishes required. * Maintain file organization, revision control, and production documentation. * Communicate artwork concerns and ...
Prepress Operator
Niles, IL · On-site
$22 - $38/hr
Create press-ready files according to equipment, substrate and finishes required. * Maintain file organization, revision control, and production documentation. * Communicate artwork concerns and ...
Prepress Operator
Niles, IL · On-site
$22 - $38/hr
... substrate and finishes required. • Maintain file organization, revision control, and production documentation. • Communicate artwork concerns and technical requirements to internal customers. • ...
Prepress Operator
Niles, IL · On-site
$22 - $38/hr
... substrate and finishes required. • Maintain file organization, revision control, and production documentation. • Communicate artwork concerns and technical requirements to internal customers. • ...
Prepress Operator
Niles, IL · On-site
$22 - $38/hr
... substrate and finishes required. · Maintain file organization, revision control, and production documentation. · Communicate artwork concerns and technical requirements to internal customers. · ...
Prepress Operator
Niles, IL · On-site
$22 - $38/hr
... substrate and finishes required. · Maintain file organization, revision control, and production documentation. · Communicate artwork concerns and technical requirements to internal customers. · ...
Commercial Printing - New Company - Digital Press Operator
Oak Forest, IL · On-site
$18 - $22.75/hr
Paper, synthetic, label, or specialty substrate handling * Press calibration and profiling * Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting * Digital front-end and workflow systems such as Fiery, HP ...
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Commercial Printing - New Company - Digital Press Operator
Oak Forest, IL · On-site
$18 - $22.75/hr
Paper, synthetic, label, or specialty substrate handling * Press calibration and profiling * Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting * Digital front-end and workflow systems such as Fiery, HP ...
New
Auto Paint Prepper
Batavia, IL · On-site
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
New
Auto Paint Prepper
Batavia, IL · On-site
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
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Auto Paint Prepper
Batavia, IL · On-site
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Auto Paint Prepper
Batavia, IL · On-site
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Auto Paint Prepper
Batavia, IL · On-site
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Auto Paint Prepper
Batavia, IL · On-site
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Prepress Technician/Platemaker 3rd Shift
Niles, IL · On-site
$22 - $38/hr
... substrate and finishes required. • Maintain file organization, revision control, and production documentation. • Communicate artwork concerns and technical requirements to internal customers. • ...
Prepress Technician/Platemaker 3rd Shift
Niles, IL · On-site
$22 - $38/hr
... substrate and finishes required. • Maintain file organization, revision control, and production documentation. • Communicate artwork concerns and technical requirements to internal customers. • ...
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Prepress Technician/Platemaker 3rd Shift
Niles, IL · On-site
$22 - $38/hr
... substrate and finishes required. · Maintain file organization, revision control, and production documentation. · Communicate artwork concerns and technical requirements to internal customers. · ...
Prepress Technician/Platemaker 3rd Shift
Niles, IL · On-site
$22 - $38/hr
... substrate and finishes required. · Maintain file organization, revision control, and production documentation. · Communicate artwork concerns and technical requirements to internal customers. · ...
Optoelectronics Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
Collaborate across a cross-functional team of digital and analog circuit designers, signal and power integrity experts, substrate layout, and system design members What You'll Bring * A BS in Optics ...
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Optoelectronics Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
Collaborate across a cross-functional team of digital and analog circuit designers, signal and power integrity experts, substrate layout, and system design members What You'll Bring * A BS in Optics ...
Prepper
Chicago, IL · On-site
$40K - $80K/yr
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Prepper
Chicago, IL · On-site
$40K - $80K/yr
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Auto Paint Prepper
$18 - $24/hr
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Auto Paint Prepper
$18 - $24/hr
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Prepper
Chicago, IL · On-site
$40K - $80K/yr
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Prepper
Chicago, IL · On-site
$40K - $80K/yr
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Prepper
$40K - $80K/yr
Apply all primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats, and clear coats Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application.
Prepper
$40K - $80K/yr
Apply all primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats, and clear coats Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application.
Inspect coated parts for coating thickness, coating adherence, surface finish, substrate & coating hardness, size and appearance, records inspection information consistent with prescribed methods and ...
Inspect coated parts for coating thickness, coating adherence, surface finish, substrate & coating hardness, size and appearance, records inspection information consistent with prescribed methods and ...
Auto Paint Prepper
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Apply all primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats, and clear coats Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application.
Auto Paint Prepper
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Apply all primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats, and clear coats Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application.
Sr. Design Engineer (25905)
Naperville, IL · On-site
$125K - $135K/yr
It is responsible for leading activities to improve the quality and effectiveness of all manufacturing processes, including but not limited to substrate attach, die attach, wire bonding, hermetic ...
Sr. Design Engineer (25905)
Naperville, IL · On-site
$125K - $135K/yr
It is responsible for leading activities to improve the quality and effectiveness of all manufacturing processes, including but not limited to substrate attach, die attach, wire bonding, hermetic ...
Prepper
$40K - $80K/yr
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Prepper
$40K - $80K/yr
Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...
Prepper
Chicago, IL · On-site
$40K - $80K/yr
Apply all primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats, and clear coats Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application.
Prepper
Chicago, IL · On-site
$40K - $80K/yr
Apply all primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats, and clear coats Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application.
Substrate information
See Chicago, IL salary details
$22.1K - $38K
8% of jobs
$38K - $53.9K
8% of jobs
$53.9K - $69.8K
1% of jobs
$69.8K - $85.7K
6% of jobs
$87.7K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$85.7K - $101.6K
8% of jobs
The median wage is $109.8K / yr.
$101.6K - $117.5K
34% of jobs
$129.1K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$117.5K - $133.4K
11% of jobs
$133.4K - $149.3K
0% of jobs
$149.3K - $165.3K
5% of jobs
$165.3K - $181.2K
8% of jobs
$181.2K - $197.1K
8% of jobs
$22.1K
$112.5K
$197.1K
How much do substrate jobs pay per year?
As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for substrate in Chicago, IL is $112,504.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,758.00 and $153,963.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Substrate vs Blockchain Developer?
| Aspect | Substrate | Blockchain Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Framework for building blockchain networks | Developing blockchain applications and smart contracts |
| Required Skills | Rust, blockchain architecture, cryptography | Programming (Solidity, JavaScript), blockchain concepts |
| Work Environment | Blockchain development teams, open-source projects | Various industries, startups, and tech companies |
| Certifications | None specific, technical expertise preferred | Blockchain certifications (e.g., Certified Blockchain Developer) |
Substrate is a blockchain framework used to build custom blockchain networks, while a Blockchain Developer focuses on creating applications and smart contracts on existing blockchains. Substrate provides the tools to develop new chains, whereas Blockchain Developers work across various platforms to implement blockchain solutions. Both roles require blockchain knowledge but differ in scope and technical focus.
Prepress Operator
Niles, IL • On-site
JOHNS BYRNE CO
$22 - $38/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 20 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
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Technical Knowledge
Physical Requirements
Success Metrics
Compliance with customer specifications and production standards
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