What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRODUCTION DESIGNER position at Hartz Mountain?
ApplyJob TypeFull-timeDescriptionProduction Designer (Hybrid)
About Us :
Join Hartz, where our love for pets drives everything we do. With over 95 years of commitment to pet care excellence, we are a trusted household name across the United States. Innovation is at the heart of our mission as we continuously strive to provide products that nurture the special bond between pets and their owners, ensuring they experience nothing but Unconditional Love.
As leaders in the pet care industry, we are dedicated to pioneering advancements that enhance the well-being of pets, leading to happier, healthier, and longer lives. Our success is fueled by the passion and dedication of our diverse team members, who bring their unique perspectives and talents to every aspect of our work.
We are committed to cultivating an inclusive and supportive work environment where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are valued and empowered to thrive. At Hartz, your contributions matter, whether collaborating in the office or embracing the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement. Together, we empower our employees and furry companions to make a meaningful impact within our company and beyond. Join us in shaping the future of pet care and experience the joy of making a difference, one pet at a time.
What We Offer ...
Hybrid work schedule (3 days in-office and 2 days remote)A casual and pet-friendly work environment. You can bring your pet to work!Up to 34 days of PTO a year (vacation, personal, wellness, sick, and company holidays)Paid parental leave and moreCompetitive compensation and 401(k) match with immediate vestingComprehensive Health Insurance : Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life & Disability InsuranceTuition reimbursement with learning and development opportunitiesAccess to a range of perks, including a Mental Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pet bereavement, fun employee events, and more
The Role ...
We seek an innovative, enthusiastic, and artistic individual to join our Creative Services Team. In this role, you will produce printer-ready mechanicals, e-commerce graphics, and product mockups. Integral to this role is experience in Production Design and 3D rendering, along with skill and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite.
This position is located at our Secaucus, NJ office, and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule.
Your Responsibilities ...
Create layouts, package designs and illustrations to meet required specificationsCreate designs that visually communicate desired product packaging messagesConsult regularly with packaging engineering and marketing on product developmentCreate PDFs for print and reviewCreate prototype packaging & product mockups as sales toolsApply approved design concepts to various product formats (cartons, labels, blister cards, etc.), in a cohesive mannerParticipate in collaborative revision and approval process until final design is approvedPrepare and prep approved artwork to vendor specificationsEnsure brand standards across color, font, production quality, etc.Provide image retouching, clipping paths, and additional image manipulationCatalog and reference art for future projectsFollow a development timeline to ensure tasks are being completed on time and within budgetTroubleshoot problems as they arise
Requirements
You'll Need ...
Education : Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Advertising, or related fieldExperience : Minimum of 5 years' Production Design experienceTechnical Proficiency : Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite for Mac (Illustrator and Photoshop) and experience with 3D renderingKnowledge : In-depth working knowledge of After Effects and video creation a plus
If this sounds like a good match and you want to learn more about this exciting role, get in touch with us today!
Hartz is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hartz is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to promoting diversity in the workplace.
