Producer (Packaging/Print)

The Packaging R&D Contract Producer will master the Packaging project workflow including all regulatory requirements to ensure applications used to create packaging are efficient and compliant. Subject matter expertise in prepress, UV inkjet print techniques and manufacturing processes is preferred. Manage R&D project with cross-functional partners, including: Packaging, Product Marketing, Designers, Packaging Engineering, Business Process Re-engineering, Industrial Design, Purchasing, Localization, Operations, in-region local teams and suppliers.

The ideal candidate has an appreciation for quality, communicates clearly, and has patience for the process-both engineering and design. Detailed oriented and enjoy documenting processes and guidelines. Excellent presenter and enjoy working with diversified stakeholders. The Marcom Packaging team is constantly tasked with executing simplicity and elegance in a large-scale manufacturing environment. Awareness of limitations and new technologies is critical. Someone who can excel individually and as a team player will do well.

Must be able to work a hybrid (on-site Tues, Wed, Thurs)schedule onsite in Sunnyvale, CA. This is a long-term assignment; extensions approved quarter by quarter.

In This Print Producer Role You Will

• Collaborate with Senior Print Expert team and attend technology and project stage gate meetings meeting to roll out new print technology, new software tool and raw materials.
• Collaborate with key stake holders and gain alignment on development plan and roadmap.
• Regular executive levels reporting in both written and verbal format with effective presentation slides.
• Supply project visibility to cross functional team and internal Marcom team.
• Manage overall program schedule across multiple deliverables, and cross functional teams
• Manage scoping out project requirements, creative development, validation, all the way through final solution launch or material production.
• Work with cross functional partners to develop, review, document and launch packaging solutions on a worldwide scale.
• Provide valid use cases for testing new packaging solutions.
• Present concepts and solutions to cross functional leadership to gain support and/or understanding to keep projects on track.
• Guide proposals during the creative and development phase of projects with the understanding of capabilities within our tools and supply base.
• Train users on the new tools, methods and solutions deployed in to the packaging production process.
• Create print test forms using Adobe CC, with the direction of the Marcom Packaging Print Experts or Print Development Manager.
  
  

The Ideal Print Producer Will Have

• BA/BS degree in Printing, Graphic Communications or equivalent and three to five years of relevant experience in print production.
• Expertise in program and project management; ability to manage multiple competing projects and priorities, track deliverables, and develop schedules with functional and cross functional partners.
• Motivated self-starter with strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Creative problem solver who is adaptable, flexible, and resourceful while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
• Deep understanding of prepress and printing technologies, including variable data applications and workflows as well as overall engineering and design process.
• Subject matter expertise in print techniques and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in Mac applications; database management systems; Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat; and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Positive, attentive, focused, and engaged. Strong work ethic. Accountable for actions. Takes initiative. Collaborative team-player.
• Trustworthy in a confidential environment. Supportive of company values.
• Manages time effectively. Flexible during high-volume periods (some longer or late hours)
• Demonstrated ability to traffic technical R&D and initiative project details and updates across multiple teams. Prepare program team for future implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to use project tracking methods and tools, including database/project management systems to track project open actions and drive for closure.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective presentation slides with data supporting for different audiences ex: Creative group, Engineering group etc.
  
  

Benefits

Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.

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Sammy Realon - Senior Recruiter, National Delivery

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