Packaging Printing & Graphics Specialist - Altria

Overview:

Want to develop packaging materials for a Fortune 200 Company with some of the most iconic brands? If you have a Bachelor of Science or Fine Arts degree along with one plus years of experience with printing technologies and print management, we want to speak with you! We are currently seeking a Packaging Printing & Graphics Specialist to join our Packaging Design & Innovation Department to assist in the development and execution of printed packaging materials.

 

The successful candidate will work with Brand Management, Design Agencies, and our printed packaging suppliers to develop materials to be used in our Operating Companies’ manufacturing operations.

What you will be doing:

• Collaborating with Brand Management and Design Agencies during the design process to develop innovative packaging and implementation plans that ensure high quality and cost-efficient printability and manufacturability.
• Participative leadership with cross functional groups to ensure new packaging meets product and manufacturing specifications as well as consumer functionality expectations.
• Developing and directing packaging execution plans from concept development through implementation in the factory.
• Employing creative design skills to modify or develop art when needed to streamline packaging development timelines and control 3rd party costs.
• Monitoring projects and engaging with business partners to provide project status updates and recommending course corrections as needed.
• Ensuring all Regulatory and Financial Compliance requirements are met during the course of packaging development.

We want you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1+ years of professional experience with packaging, in roles that apply graphics development, printing technologies and/or print management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis on Illustrator and Photoshop. Ability to modify existing art files to create new art files that are accurately layered and color matched using a combination of subtractive color theory and spot colors for the printing process in use by the specific project (could be offset printing, flexo printing, gravure printing or digital printing).
• Practical knowledge and experience in translating raw design art into printed packaging, applying printing knowledge of all printing processes and treatment technologies to devise creative solutions, directing color and color matching to achieve desired results, and final approval of packaging items on press.
• General knowledge of offset, gravure, digital and flexographic printing technologies.
• Strong verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and project planning.
• Self-motivation and ability to complete short to medium term work with limited supervision.
• Working knowledge of computer software such as Microsoft Office, Filemaker Pro and SAP.
• Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally to support business objectives.

 

Sponsorship:Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role.Total Rewards:

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $76,200.00 - $111,900.00 / annually.

We deliver a market-competitive, equitable pay with a Total Reward program that includes:

• Annual performance incentive based on individual and company performance
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to support you and your loved ones
• Flexible Work Environment to include vacation and generous holidays
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (401K) with matching contributions on day 1, including a yearly company contribution
• Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Student Loan Assistance
• To learn more about How to Support you and your Loved Ones, Work-Life Balance, and Invest into your Future, visit our additional benefits at Benefits (altria.com)

Company Overview:Altria is a Fortune 200 company that has a leading portfolio of tobacco products for U.S. tobacco consumers 21+. Our Vision is to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a smoke-free future. We are Moving Beyond Smoking™, leading the way in moving adult smokers away from cigarettes by taking action to transition millions to potentially less harmful choices.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on LinkedIn