Senior Graphics Project Manager Location Ewing, NJ : Senior Graphics Project Manager Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family, we are a family company focused first on caring for people. We believe that by valuing our employees, they in turn are inspired to champion our clients and the brands they bring to life. We have a variety of services which help CPG clients engage consumers through graphic design and execution. Our services begin in conceptual brand strategy and design, then flow through adaptive design all the way to the production of color accurate and regulatory/retailer compliant physical and digital touch points. We are composed of three separate branded business units (Coach House, Amplify and Phototype) where we Design, Optimize and Protect brands. There are over 400 of us across the US, Europe and Asia. Won't you join us? We'd love to have you on our team! The Senior Graphics Project Manager is responsible for the daily artwork project management at the onsite facility to effectively service our client. As a Senior team member at the client location, the Senior Graphics Project Manager has accountability for ensuring projects meet client needs and expectations balanced with Olberding Brand Family's internal objectives. This role will work with the local client staff and coordinate design and production with other internal OBF locations and teams. Duties and Responsibilities Include: Work with client's team from various functions to gather information related to the projects executed by OBF Follow the art production process to review incoming work from design studios or agencies to ensure all pieces and materials are validated Track the overall schedule of work from Olberding and is the gatekeeper for milestones between internal systems and other packaging lifecycle systems used by client Act as the liaison between OBF, printers, design studios and client to convey issues and concerns on behalf of client Champion the communication between OBF and the client as it relates to color development of master images, color standards and brand intent Interface with the entire supply chain of partners involved in the production of packaging graphics for the client including brand, marketing, graphics, print tools and printers Estimate project cost Take an active role in mentoring other team members Assist the lead in training and on-boarding team members Support Team Leader with the maintenance and distribution of SOP documents and procedural changes Assist Team Leader with running team meetings and providing work coverage Help Team Leader by taking a primary role in any IT and development testing and rollout Take the lead on large scale projects and client acquisitions Qualifications Include: Ability to create, collaborate, manage projects and direct in the digital workspace Strong project management and organization skills Knowledge of consumer products packaging, creative design, and production artwork Proficient use of the Microsoft operating system including knowledge of business software such as Office 365 and Acrobat General understanding of major printing methods (Flexo, Gravure, Offset) Experience in SAP and/or Esko WebCenter, a plus Bachelor's Degree in graphics communication, business, design or similar 7+ years' experience in project management and understanding of prepress and printing processes Consumer product company knowledge or experience Benefits Include: Competitive benefits package (health, dental, vision and 401k) PTO, Personal Time, Volunteer Time Off and 8 observed holidays Parental leave The Olberding Brand Family is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes individuals of diverse talents and backgrounds. For fastest consideration, please apply online to the Careers section of our website Only applications received through this process will be considered. No phone calls please.
