Associate Packaging Graphics

Bimbo Bakeries USA Packaging Associate

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold®, Brownberry® or Oroweat® bread? A Thomas'® English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee®, Entenmann's® or Marinela® cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA! More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.

Come join the largest baking company in the world and our family of 20,000 associates nationwide! Top Reasons to Work at Bimbo Bakeries USA: Salary Range: $54,800 - $71,300 Comprehensive Benefits Package Annual Bonus Eligibility 401k & Company Match

Position Summary:

The Packaging Associate supports the Packaging Graphics team by managing packaging graphics prepress and 3D product imaging projects for a designated group of brands. This role partners closely with Marketing, Product Development, Regulatory, Operations, and external prepress vendors to gather project requirements, prepare work orders, manage timelines, and ensure accurate delivery of packaging artwork and 3D renderings. The Graphics Associate is responsible for, but not limited to, proofing incoming files, maintaining project documentation, and ensuring high quality execution across all assigned projects. Additional responsibilities include managing, approving, and mailing Color Proofs/GMGs.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Gather and organize information required to place orders with prepress vendors for packaging art development
• Request product samples and organize the information required to place orders with prepress vendors for 3D product image renderings
• Prepare detailed prepress work orders, including Project Briefs, Nutritional Regulatory Sheets, and pick‑up art
• Order, review, and distribute Color Proofs/GMG for content, color accuracy, design elements and consistency
• Manage project timelines and maintain the work order queue
• Proof incoming artwork and 3D renderings against work order requirements to ensure accuracy and quality
• Track, file, and maintain mechanical production art and 3D product renderings
• Audit and record vendor invoices

Leadership Competencies:

• Use a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Understands the business and organizational environment and shows interest in adapting to their culture and ways of working.

Education and Work History:

• Bachelor's level degree required. A combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates competency may be substituted.
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required
• Strong interpersonal communication, problem solving, and team interaction skills required for effective cross functional collaboration
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented project management skills with strong follow through to meet deadlines
• Interest in learning commercial printing processes, including:
• Line vs. process printing
• Trapping
• Color matching
• Pantone matching system (PMS)
• Registration
• Separation
• Die lines
• On-site press approvals for first print runs of packaging

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.