PACKAGING PRODUCTION DESIGNER $75 – 95K Pets + People is a trusted and respected manufacturer of pet and household consumer goods for leading brands such as Burt’s Bees, Arm maintain version control. · Ensure all designs meet internal brand standards and licensing partners’ brand guidelines (color, typography, claims, legal, and packaging hierarchies). · Prepare impeccable production files: correct dyelines, bleeds, layers, color profiles, barcodes/GTINs, callouts, and linked assets; package files for factory use. · Approve factory samples and digital proofs. · Participate in quarterly competitive shopping trips; synthesize trends and opportunities into actionable packaging updates. · Coordinate with external vendors (prepress, printers, factories) when necessary to resolve technical issues and optimize outcomes (materials, finishes, cost). What You’ll Bring: · 3–5+ years in packaging production or design for CPG (licensed brands a plus). · Expert in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop; comfortable with Acrobat preflight, color management, and packaging mockup tools. · Strong understanding of print processes (flexo, litho, digital), materials, color systems (CMYK, spot/Pantone), and sustainability considerations. · Demonstrated mastery of dyelines, structural files (shippers and merchandisers), and factory-ready art packaging. · Working knowledge of PLM/PM tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com) and digital asset management. · Meticulous attention to detail, excellent organization, and deadline discipline across high-volume SKUs. · Clear communicator able to collaborate with PMs, licensors, and international factories. · Portfolio demonstrating production-ready packaging is required. Nice to Have: · Experience in pet or home-care categories (toys, treats, grooming, odor control, laundry/tabletop/dishwashing) · Basic knowledge of regulatory/claims (FNS, CPSIA, Proposition 65, recycling symbols, country of origin). · 3D visualization or mockup skills (KeyShot, Dimension) and color proofing experience. Company Perks: · Hybrid role: three in-office day, two work from home · 20 additional work-from-anywhere days · Paid time off · Health, dental and vision insurance401k available · Pet friendly office · Access to Udemy for personal growth. How to Apply: Send your resume and portfolio to [email/contact]. Include examples of production files and printed outcomes.
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