Production Artist - Packaging & Print

POSITION SUMMARY The Production Artist – Packaging & Print is responsible for the accurate, production-ready execution of packaging, labels, signage, and supporting print materials across the ProCaps product portfolio. This is a hands-on production role requiring deep expertise in print production and prepress, along with strong graphic design fundamentals and the ability to make thoughtful layout, typography, and visual decisions within established creative direction. This role takes approved creative and translates it across multiple products, SKUs, sizes, formats, and applications while maintaining brand consistency and technical accuracy. The Production Artist personally builds, revises, proofs, preflights, and releases files for production — ensuring artwork is visually polished and technically correct before it reaches printers, vendors, or manufacturing. Success requires exceptional attention to detail, strong file and version-control discipline, and comfort working in a fast-paced environment with frequent revisions and compressed timelines. The ideal candidate is a production artist with a designer’s eye: someone who enjoys detailed production work but also has the design judgment to solve routine layout and execution challenges independently.

WHAT YOU BRING

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field preferred, or equivalent practical experience 5+ years of professional experience in production art, graphic production, packaging production, print-focused graphic design, or a closely related role Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop Demonstrated hands-on experience building and releasing packaging, label, and print production files Strong understanding of prepress workflows including dielines, bleeds, trims, overprint, trapping, resolution, CMYK, Pantone, color management, and printer specifications Experience working across multiple products, SKUs, sizes, or packaging variations strongly preferred Strong typography, layout, and information-hierarchy skills with the ability to work within established creative direction Strong file management, organization, proofreading, and version-control discipline Ability to manage multiple production deadlines and high-volume revisions with accuracy Experience in CPG, supplements, food/beverage, beauty, consumer products, manufacturing, or another packaging-intensive environment preferred Experience with Adobe Acrobat for proofing and file review Product photography, retouching, or image compositing experience a plus Blender or other 3D visualization/rendering experience is a plus Basic digital design capability for occasional marketing support is a plus Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) WHAT YOU'LL DO OTHER ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Packaging & Label Production Build and maintain production-ready artwork for labels, cartons, inserts, packaging components, and related printed materials Adapt approved creative across multiple products, SKUs, strengths, sizes, and packaging variations while maintaining consistency Work accurately within supplied dielines and packaging specifications Apply strong typography, hierarchy, spacing, and layout judgment within information-dense and constrained packaging formats Create mockups and visual comps as needed for internal review and approval Print Production & Prepress Prepare and release final print-ready files according to printer, vendor, and manufacturing specifications Manage bleeds, trims, dielines, overprint, trapping, color separations, image resolution, and file structure Work accurately with CMYK, Pantone, and established color-management standards Preflight files and identify technical or production issues before artwork is released Review printer and vendor proofs for color, content, alignment, typography, image quality, and production accuracy Communicate directly with printers and vendors to troubleshoot file or production issues Production Design & Creative Execution Translate established creative direction into polished production artwork across packaging, signage, print, and supporting marketing materials Extend existing designs intelligently across new sizes, formats, products, and applications without requiring every layout decision to be directed Support limited original design needs within established brand standards, including inserts, signage, displays, sales materials, and internal communications Maintain visual consistency while solving practical layout and production constraints Signage & Large-Format Graphics Build production-ready signage, environmental graphics, displays, and other large-format materials Prepare artwork to appropriate scale, resolution, finishing, and vendor specifications Coordinate with vendors to ensure files reproduce accurately at final size Revisions, File Management & Version Control Execute packaging and label revisions resulting from product updates, compliance changes, creative updates, or business needs Maintain organized working files, production files, archives, and version histories Ensure the correct approved artwork and version is being used before files are released Follow established file naming, folder structure, and archiving standards Manage multiple simultaneous projects, revisions, and deadlines without sacrificing accuracy Image & Retouching Support Retouch, composite, color-correct, resize and prepare product imagery for packaging, print, and digital applications Ensure imagery meets required resolution, color mode, file format, and production specifications Maintain consistency in image quality, color, and product presentation across applications Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Creative, Marketing, Product, Operations, Procurement, Project Management, and external vendors Interpret feedback accurately and execute revisions efficiently Communicate technical production limitations, risks, or questions before they affect final output Participate in creative and production reviews and contribute practical solutions to production challenges Quality Control & Continuous Improvement Perform detailed quality-control reviews of all final artwork prior to production release Verify content, dimensions, color specifications, imagery, alignment, file links, and technical setup Take ownership of accuracy rather than relying on printers, vendors, or downstream teams to catch errors Support improvements to templates, production workflows, file organization, and overall production efficiency

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Duties are performed primarily in a smoke-free office environment We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We pride ourselves on maintaining a clean and organized environment, fostering a sense of pride and ownership in our space. Our culture is rich in diversity, quality, safety, fun, and respect, creating a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere. We are dedicated to professionalism and growth, continually striving to improve and excel in all we do.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods. Ability tofrequentlystand and walk throughout office, manufacturing, and warehouse environments. Ability to bend, reach, kneel, twist, and grip items asrequired. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally. Ability tocomply withapplicable safety, sanitation, personal protective equipment, and facility requirements when entering manufacturing or operational areas.

WHAT WE OFFER

ProCaps Laboratories provides: A competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications Eligible for a discretionary company-wide bonus Top-Tier Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – $0 cost when you qualify for our Wellness Program Generous Paid Time Off – includes 8 paid company holidays 401(k) with Company Match – up to 4.5% 100% Company-Paid Life Insurance 100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance Gym Membership Reimbursement Monthly Vitamin Allowance + Employee Discounts on Products Company-Funded Health Savings Account (HSA) – $1,600 annually Cash Bonuses Through Employee Referral Program Optional Pet Insurance Available ***Fantastic work environment that focuses on Safety, Quality, Community, and amazing people. We hire top talent and celebrate the ingenuity and tenacity of our team members and leaders! APPLICATION DEADLINE : This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr ProCaps Labs