SGS & Co
On-Site Artwork Project Manager, Packaging
SGS & Co, Walnut Creek, California, United States, 94598
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; resolves the most complex problems using strong technical knowledge.
Your Role We are looking for a dynamic, creative project manager to work with our Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream account leading the packaging artwork process, driving all packaging commercialization activities.
This is a hybrid position that will require a minimum of 3 days per week at the client’s office in Walnut Creek, CA. You will be working in a client’s office supporting an SGx team that is mostly remote or in office less frequently.
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 (Media Box), 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 consistently 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
Manage expectations with client leads of how color data is used as it pertains to supply chain requirements across packaging deliverables and their interdependencies across multiple supplier capabilities
Business Continuity
Nurture good relationship 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
5-10 years’ experience in packaging, artwork, creative project management
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in print, graphic design (ideal)
Strong understanding of print, production, design, art industry, pre-press, color management theory
Client-facing experience is a must
Location Walnut Creek, CA : hybrid model
Start Date ASAP
Competitive salary and benefits available with offer. 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 $85,000 - $95,000 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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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; resolves the most complex problems using strong technical knowledge.
Your Role We are looking for a dynamic, creative project manager to work with our Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream account leading the packaging artwork process, driving all packaging commercialization activities.
This is a hybrid position that will require a minimum of 3 days per week at the client’s office in Walnut Creek, CA. You will be working in a client’s office supporting an SGx team that is mostly remote or in office less frequently.
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 (Media Box), 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 consistently 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
Manage expectations with client leads of how color data is used as it pertains to supply chain requirements across packaging deliverables and their interdependencies across multiple supplier capabilities
Business Continuity
Nurture good relationship 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
5-10 years’ experience in packaging, artwork, creative project management
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in print, graphic design (ideal)
Strong understanding of print, production, design, art industry, pre-press, color management theory
Client-facing experience is a must
Location Walnut Creek, CA : hybrid model
Start Date ASAP
Competitive salary and benefits available with offer. 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 $85,000 - $95,000 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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