On-Site Artwork Project Manager, Packaging

Experience Required

2 - 3 years

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Description

On-Site Artwork Project Manager, Packaging

With more than 150 years of industry-leading experience, the businesses of SGS & Co and SGK are united as SGX - a powerful force in innovative packaging production. Building on the legacy of trusted service since 1947 and 1953, we deliver the full suite of packaging graphics, plate and cylinder production and metal deco services to brand owners, retailers, and printers.

We are focused on simplifying complexity, delivering flawless in-market execution and leveraging our global reach to drive consistency and amplify brand impact at scale.

Job Summary:

Manages the full lifecycle of Packaging projects for assigned client(s). Monitors and communicates project milestones and progress to ensure projects are executed on time and within budget. Partners across the Brand Development function to identify and resolve project issues, resolving the most complex problems using strong technical knowledge.

Your Role:We are seeking a dynamic, creative Project Manager to partner with a leading snack brand, overseeing the packaging artwork process and driving all packaging commercialization initiatives.

This is a full-time remote position working closely with the current onsite and SGX Production Team. This is a client facing role requiring technical and project management skills.

Manage Projects and Coordinate Artwork Production

Oversee end-to-end workflow of packaging artwork from a highly detailed perspective

Collaborate with team leaders to ensure client expectations are managed regarding scope and progress in schedule and budget

Manage high-volume project timelines, facilitate planning and related task management

Oversee and communicate key timelines and priorities

Act as a liaison between management, internal departments, and clients to troubleshoot problems and provide solutions

Partner and collaborate with internal teams in a positive, professional, and constructive way

Ability to manage and engage in pre-production calls with the support of technical print production managers

Coordinate and Traffic Artwork Production and Prepress

Translate client instructions into measurable and effective communication to all necessary end-users

Lead/participate in meetings as needed to review active projects and action items

Create, manage and communicate project timelines and submission deadlines

Manage extremely tight, sensitive timelines as needed with clear communications on any barriers and timeline risks managing client expectations

Manage projects in workflow tool, monitor routing approvals

Supervise and lead to help other members of team learn best practices regarding project management and communication

Workflow Management

Have a working knowledge of the workflows for packaging production and complex execution, understanding how to adjust to each component's needs

Demonstrate critical and strategic thinking skills, and be solution-oriented and flexible in your approach

Develop, improve and streamline workflow processes

Set up projects and approvers in workflow tool, onboard new users as needed

Optimize project organization to improve quality

Create Estimates and Manage POs on behalf of project assignment

Quality Control

Verify technical and content in supplied art is correct

Refine and enforce quality control processes in each project

Set clear expectations for tasks and deliverables, communicating clearly to team and providing proper materials/documentation when necessary

Report production issues and be actively involved in the continuous improvement of tools and processes

Take corrective action if anomaly is detected during the delivery

Be proactive, anticipate risks

Advise and guide production group on brand's best practices

Efficiently monitor color quality of initial production, timelines and implement corrective actions

Business Continuity

Nurture good relationships with clients, develop trust and stay alert to potential business opportunities

Provide quality service by anticipating clients' needs and regularly measuring satisfaction

Demonstrate good judgment in choosing methods of communication that are most effective and efficient (i.e., team meetings, in-person visits, phone calls, email)

Qualifications:

Microsoft Office experience required

Fully conversant with Adobe CS or Adobe certification is a plus

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Knowledge of artwork management systems

Able to work effectively and efficiently towards goals in a complex, diverse environment with multiple and changing demands

Comfortable with interacting with clients of all levels, printers and suppliers

Must be forward thinking and improvement driven

Education and Experience:

Entry level role - the equivalent of 2-3 years of experience preferred

Previous experience in customer service and/or project management and/or Project Management Certification a plus

Experience in packaging, artwork, creative project management, some knowledge of print, production, design, art industry, pre-press, color management theory is also beneficial for this role

Location:

North America (US/CAD) Fully remote position

Competitive salary and benefits available with offer

About Propelis: Propelis is a portfolio of global marketing services and technology companies with a combined legacy of 150+ years, 2,000+ clients, 9,000 employees, and operations across 30 countries. Propelis provides the scale and support of a global organization while preserving the unique culture and identity of each company in its portfolio. For more information visit: www.SGXgraphics.com

This is a remote position in the US. We are open to candidates in various states, with the exception of those residing in the following: AK, DC, DE, ME, NH, NM, OK, HI, MS, MT, NV, NE, ND, SD, UT, VT, WY, WV

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is RANGE annually/hourly. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate's location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $50,000 USD - $60,000 USD annually. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate's location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

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Qualifications

Experience

Experienceinpackaging, artwork, creative project management, some knowledgeof print, production, design, art industry, pre-press,color management theory isalso beneficialfor this role (preferred)

Experience in customer service and/or project managementand/orProject Management Certification (preferred)

2 - 3 years: Years of experience preferred (preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Southern Graphic Systems, LLC ("Sgsco ") is an equal opportunity employer. Sgsco will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of r ace, creed, color, r eligion, s ex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, s exual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Use the links below to review statements of protection from discrimination under Federal law for applicants and employees

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

PROJE007776