Senior Graphic Designer

Our client is a Seattle-based family-owned frozen food manufacturer and a leading innovator in center-of-the-plate proteins value-added appetizers and ready-to-eat meals specializing in fin fish and shrimp products. With multiple brands targeting diverse demographics they are deeply committed to delivering high-quality sustainably sourced food products to customers across the globe.

Backed by strong quality control standards a dedicated research and development team and a strategically placed sales force throughout the US and internationally this company continues to grow its presence across major retail channels.

Our client is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Senior Graphic Designer with food packaging experience to join their Seattle WA office. This is a critical role within the organization responsible for bringing their multi-brand product lines to life on shelf from concept through press-ready production. Excellent benefits are offered including employer-paid Medical Dental and Vision coverage as well as a 401(k) with company match.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce retail food packaging across multiple brands and SKUs with strong attention to detail and version control
• Prepare press-ready files including bleeds spot color and work from printer dielines
• Develop and maintain accurate Nutrition Facts panels ingredient and allergen statements and net weight formats
• Manage Pantone matching and participate in press proof reviews
• Collaborate with printers and manufacturing plants including those located in Asia across varying time zones
• Support marketing collateral and trade show graphic needs as required
• Ensure packaging compliance with applicable regulatory and retail channel requirements

Qualifications

Required

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop at a print production level
• Demonstrated ability to work from printer dielines and prepare press-ready files including bleeds and spot color
• Retail food packaging experience ideally within club and mass channels such as Costco Sams Club and Walmart
• Working knowledge of Nutrition Facts panels ingredient and allergen statements and net weight formatting
• Experience with Pantone matching and press proof review processes
• Strong attention to detail with proven ability to manage version control across a large number of SKUs

Preferred

• Familiarity with FDA labeling requirements bilingual Canadian packaging standards and CFIA compliance
• Experience with GS1 barcodes GTIN-14 and GS1-128 case labels
• Prior experience collaborating with plants and printers in Asia across multiple time zones
• Background in marketing collateral design and trade show graphics
• A strong portfolio showcasing packaging design work packaging samples are highly encouraged

Apply Today

If you are a skilled Senior Graphic Designer with a passion for food packaging and an eye for exceptional design we encourage you to apply! This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established innovative company with a strong culture competitive benefits and meaningful work. Submit your resume and portfolio today we look forward to seeing your work!