Graphics Packaging Specialist, Design

3 weeks ago

Buffalo, New York, United States Lactalis American Group Full time

Description

Lactalis USA is currently seeking a contractor to join our R&D team, located in Buffalo, NY. This is a time-defined contracted role for 18-24 months.

Lactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. We offer an enviable range of dairy brands including Galbani, Prsident, Kraft Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Parmalat, Siggi s, and Stonyfield Organic in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.

At Lactalis, our core values of AMBITION, ENGAGEMENT, and SIMPLICITY are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a safe, diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and we know that our candidates come from many different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. If you re excited about this role but your past experience doesn t align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we still encourage you to apply and share with us your STORY, your PASSION, and your EXPERTISE You may be just the perfect candidate for this or other roles within our company.

From your PASSION to ours

The Graphics Packaging Specialist will be responsible for acting as a liaison between Marketing channels, packaging vendors, and co-packers for new or existing artwork changes related to packaging feasibility. The Graphics Packaging Specialist will also be responsible for processing and communicating all new and modified artwork requests from Marketing & Manufacturing channels to the respective print supplier. This role supports innovation, renovation, and future expansion efforts with forward-thinking, and technical insight.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:Oversee packaging workflow for Lactalis brands, Kraft Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel, Breakstone s, and Knudsen.Obtain creative briefs, and file documentation from project requestors to convert a request to a live project in the project management system.Obtain new packaging resource numbers from our PCM (Project Commercialization Managers) for new or modified packaging requests.Obtain and release cost estimates for Marketing review and approvalEnter PO documentation into project workflow and release approved PO documentation to pre-press house.Obtain PDF proofs from pre-press house, and route within project management platform, process approvals or changes required from cross functional channels Packaging Development, Quality Assurance, Legal, Manufacturing, and Marketing)Obtain HCP (Hard copy proofs) from print supplier, review, and approveSend notice: FTP (Files to Printer) email communication to pre-press houseSend notice: ATP (Approved to Plate) email communication to internal channels, and print supplierObtain first production run press samples for each print job; providing one copy to Marketing channel(s) for record keeping and filing the remainder for sample retention.Begin 3D render production: create order & submit to pre-press houseReview 3D render proof: make final decision (approve or changes required)Manage the job jacket filing system for all packaging resourcesManage the packaging project trackers, and annual roadmaps to ensure full visibility on all active, pending, and on-hold jobs being channeled through the project management system.Reduce color profiles within a given mechanical layout to ensure artwork received from Marketing, Graphic Services, external agencies fall within the current cost structure.Primary approver for electronic PDF approvals from packaging suppliersPrimary approver for Hard Copy Colored Proofs from pre-press providerDemonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and wellbeing of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company s overall performance and success.Travel and / or extended or off work hours may be required.This description reflects management s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or allowance(s) may be provided.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these Essential Duties and Responsibilities.Requirements

From your STORY to ours:

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education & Experience

Bachelor of Arts Degree in graphic design, digital design, communication arts or equivalent.1-3 years related experience in Graphic Design, Digital Design, Prepress, Press Production or equivalent.Candidate must have experience and/or training dealing with artwork, die-lines, graphics, and printing processes.Proven track record of successful brand or identity management.Skills / AbilitiesHighly organized with experience managing multiple projects and priorities while managing workflow in a deadline driven and service-focused environment.Able to multi-task and adapt to changing circumstances in a busy environment while maintaining a creative approach to solving design challenges.Strong interpersonal skills including ability to maintain strong professional relationships with a diverse range of groups, and associates in different locations.Excellent problem-solving skills.Attentive to detail.Specialized KnowledgeTechnical understanding/experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, Bridge, Acrobat) and a strong understanding of printing methods, techniques, and print production flexible film, rigid packaging (injection, thermoforming, shrink sleeve, IML, etc.) label, and corrugated printing.Previous experience working within the Workfront software systems or like, a plusPrevious experience working within SAP systems or like, a plusLactalis Heritage Dairy is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.

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