Packaging Designer

Packaging Designer

Compensation - $75k - $85k

Pets People is a trusted and respected manufacturer of pet and household consumer goods for leading brands such as Burt’s Bees, Arm & Hammer, Clorox and Glad, along with top entertainment properties Disney, Star Wars, Harry Potter and many more. We are looking for a talented, high energy, dynamic consumer packaged goods designer working on packaging (conceptual and line extensions), retail displays, trade shows and more. The role is very production heavy with existing line adaptations. The designer will report to the Packaging Design Manager.

Responsibilities

• Work on packaging concepts for new products and extensions for existing brands

• Work with product managers to make sure tasks have correct information

• Make sure all artwork is delivered on time and done correctly

• Make sure all designs meet internal, as well, as licensing partners brand guideline standards

• Ensure all production files are accurate and complete before releasing to factories

• Ensure proper procedure are being followed

• Participate in quarterly comp shopping trips

• Understand new brand needs and work cross-functionally on concepting new lines

Who you are...

• Able to communicate clear directions to fellow designers, product managers and internal stake holders

• Highly collaborative, openly share knowledge and ideas and incorporate input from others

• Proactive and self-motivated, with a high level of organizational skills

• Pay attention to detail and highly creative in generating new ideas - on trend

• Eager to work in fast-paced environment

• Multi-tasker able to pivot according to workflow and deadlines

• Problem solver with a great disposition

• Fun loving

• Love pets

Requirements

• 4 years’ experience designing consumer goods packaging

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in design/art

• Strong leadership skills with empathy and compassion

• Have in-depth understanding on brand guidelines usage

• Strong typography/composition skills and color sense

• Must have great experience with packaging and retail displays

• Have extensive knowledge of file setup for production

• Have extensive knowledge of packaging substrates, materials, printing, and comping

• Experience with molded items and/or trade shows is a plus

• Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office software skills on Mac required

• General understanding of product manufacturing is an advantage

• Must have portfolio to share with related work

Company Perks

• Hybrid role: three in-office day, two work from home

• Paid time off

• Health, dental and vision insurance

• 401k available

• Pet friendly office