Prepress Administrator

JohnsByrne; Na-Au-Say Township, Niles (IL, IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

JohnsByrne in Oakton - Niles, IL 60714 is seeking a Full Time Prepress Professional. The role involves preparing production-ready PDFs, managing prepress requests, and ensuring proofs meet job specifications.

Candidates should have a high school diploma; associate degree or related training is a plus. Strong communication and Adobe Creative Cloud experience are valued in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required and the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced print manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication with internal teams and adherence to department procedures.
• Experience with graphic/printing workflows is preferred; entry-level candidates with strong technical aptitude may be considered.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud and PDF workflows is expected.

Responsibilities

• Use Adobe Creative Cloud applications to support prepress file preparation and basic adjustments.
• Create and manage production-ready PDF files for internal and production use.
• Monitor prepress mailbox for laser prints, PDF requests, and proof requests.
• Run high-resolution proofs and verify output against job requirements.
• Communicate with teammates and management to obtain missing files or approvals.
• Review tickets and supporting docs to understand deadlines and priorities.
• Maintain organized digital files and production records per procedures.
• Troubleshoot file, proof, or output issues and escalate as needed.
• Follow JohnsByrne quality standards, safety, and confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or trade school training

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

PDF workflows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details Job Location: JB-CHI Oakton - Niles, IL 60714 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: 1st Shift Job Category: Manufacturing

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Acrobat, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, to support prepress file preparation and basic file adjustments.
• Create, prepare, and manage production-ready PDF files for internal review, customer approval, and production output.
• Monitor and process requests from the Prepress mailbox, including laser printouts, PDF requests, proof requests, and related file-support needs.
• Run high-resolution proofs and verify proof output for completeness, accuracy, and conformance to job requirements.
• Communicate with teammates, project managers, production, and other internal departments to obtain missing files, approvals, instructions, or job information needed to keep work moving.
• Review job tickets, specifications, and supporting documentation to understand job requirements, priorities, and deadlines.
• Maintain organized digital files, proofs, revisions, and production records according to department procedures.
• Assist with troubleshooting file, proof, or output issues and elevate concerns to the appropriate prepress team member or supervisor.
• Follow JohnsByrne quality standards, safety practices, confidentiality requirements, and department procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned to support prepress and production operations. Generate laser printouts, PDF files, and high-resolution proofs as requested by internal customers.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced print manufacturing environment and communicate effectively with internal teams.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience and/or Training

Previous experience in prepress, graphic communications, print production, packaging, or a related manufacturing environment preferred; entry-level candidates with strong technical aptitude may be considered.

Licenses/Certificates

None required.

Technology/Equipment

Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud and PDF workflows required; familiarity with prepress proofing systems, digital file management, and Microsoft Office preferred, Excellent verbal and written communication skills, Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive requests in a fast-paced production environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree, trade school training, or coursework in Graphic Communications, Printing Technology, Design, or a related field preferred.

Education

Associate degree or vocational/technical training in graphic arts, digital prepress, printing technology, or related field preferred.

Experience and/or Training

Experience with print production workflows, customer artwork review, proof generation, file organization, and internal production communication preferred.

Licenses/Certificates

Relevant graphic communications, printing, or Adobe software training/certifications preferred.

Technology/Equipment

Experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, preflight tools, proofing systems, and production workflow software preferred.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

This position requires continuous attention to detail, reading comprehension, organization, and problem solving. Frequent use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, monitor, and proofing/output equipment is required. The position may require sitting or standing for extended periods, walking within the facility, reaching, bending, and lifting or carrying materials up to 25 pounds occasionally.

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an office/prepress and manufacturing environment. The role requires regular interaction with prepress, project management, client services, production, plating, and pressroom personnel. Noise levels are usually moderate, and schedules may require flexibility to support production deadlines.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.