Associate Graphic Designer

Associate Graphic Designer
Duration: 1 year contract
Location: Lafayette, CO 80026 - 4 days per week onsite
Pay range: $30.00 - $32.39
Hours: 7:30am-4:00pm ( flexible)

Must Have:
Adobe Creative App (InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat)

Top 3 things
1. Fluent in Adobe CC software programs: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, MAC user
2. Package or product labeling design experience with strong attention to detail
3. Preparing artwork for print production, proofing artwork

Nice to Have:
Loftware Spectrum labeling systems

Responsibilities
1. Create/Update package labeling artwork
2. Strict adherence to brand guidelines and process steps
3. Proofing of package labeling artwork.


POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for designing and creating packaging and product artwork in support of the manufacturing requirements for all products produced by the General Surgery Group. Must incorporate customer requirements and ensure standardization of artwork development in compliance with design standards.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
" Responsible for the graphic design requirements for packaging and product artwork, including the production of labels, lidstock, and display box artwork; support for formal artwork approvals; and maintenance of packaging labeling development procedures.
Verifies vendor proofs, makes corrections or communicates changes to ensure all printed components match approved artwork files.
Effectively manages multiple projects, changes in project scope, and shifting priorities in order to maintain project requirements and ensure deadlines are met.
" Collaborates with department and cross-functional peers to ensure proper resolution to questions and issues that arise during the artwork development process
Write and Execute software validation protocols
Write test reports documenting validation

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
" Excellent communication and organizational skills.
" Ability to multi-task and strong attention to detail.
" Proficient with design software, including Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, and Microsoft Office.
" Proficient in using both MAC and PC Operating Systems
" Ability to work with department peers and middle-management within the marketing, engineering, and manufacturing functional groups.

EDUCATION:
" Four-year college degree preferred or related experience.

EXPERIENCE:
" Significant previous experience in graphic design production.
" Experience in the development of labeling for the medical device industry preferred.
Experience working in labeling systems (Priysm, Loftware/Spectrum)




Benefits: (employee contribution)
Health insurance
Health savings account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.