Senior Production Designer

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’relooking for a senior-level designer with exceptional visual judgment and deepexpertisein print production, packaging, and point-of-sale execution. This is a highly hands-on role for someone who enjoys working in the details whilemaintaininga strong eye for brand consistency, quality, and shelf impact. 

You’llserve as our primary expert for packaging and print production—owning execution from concept refinement through final press approval. While this is not a people-management or strategic planning role, it does require confidence, accountability, and the ability to guide creative decisions based on real-world manufacturing constraints. 

This role is ideal for a senior designer or art-director-caliber individual who prefersdoing the workand ensuringit’sdone right. 

RESPONSIBILITIES/WHAT YOULL DO

• Own end-to-end production execution for packaging across multiple SKUs, formats, and substrates 

• Prepare, review, andvalidateprint-ready files for offset, flexographic, and digital printingin accordance withvendor specifications 

• Manage technical production elements includingdielines, bleeds, trapping, spot colors, coatings, varnishes, foils, holographic effects, and specialty finishes 

• Ensureaccuratecolor management (Pantone and CMYK), version control, and overall file integrity 

• Review, approve, and sign off on printer proofs, prepress files, and press samples to ensure quality and minimize rework 

• Act as a visual quality gatekeeper for packaging, point-of-sale, and retail materials 

• Maintain consistency across packaging systems, layouts, typography, color, and finishes 

• Partner with creative and marketing teams to refine designs, balancing visual impact with production feasibility 

• Translate creative concepts into production-ready deliverables without compromising brand standards 

• Work closely with marketing, sales, operations, and external vendors to align timelines and reduce revision cycles 

• Communicate clearly with printers and manufacturers to resolve production challenges 

• Manage SKU versioning, revisions, and archival systems to ensure accuracy and traceability 

• Build andmaintainproduction templates, technical documentation, and reference materials 

• Improve workflows related to file preparation, approvals, and vendor handoffs to support scalability as product lines expand 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• 5–8+ years of experience in packaging design, production design, or print production 

• Demonstrated ownership of both visual quality and print execution 

• Experience in CPG, wellness, food & beverage, or retail packaging 

• Deep knowledge of print processes, materials, substrates, and packaging constraints 

• Advancedproficiencyin Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) 

• Experience managing multiple SKUs and fast-moving revisions 

• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational habits 

• Clear, direct communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally 

• Ability tooperateindependently and take full accountability for deliverables 

A portfolio showing high-quality packaging and retail work through final production is strongly preferred. 

NICE TO HAVE

• Familiarity with point-of-sale, trade marketing, and retail execution 

• Experience working directly with external printers, co-manufacturers, or packaging vendors 

• Comfortoperatingin a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities 

LOCATION

● Remote (US or Canada)

COMPENSATION

This role offers a competitive base salary and a performance-driven bonus structure. As part of a fast-growth portfolio with a defined long-term value creation strategy, this position contributes directly to commercial outcomes and is structured to reward strong performance. Full medical benefits included.