Production Artist

OLBERDING; London; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned design and printing company in Ontario seeks a Production Artist to convert and translate customer artwork into a press-compatible format. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in packaging graphics and strong knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite. A deep understanding of printing methods is essential. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with a culture that promotes creativity and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company contributions

Flexible/hybrid work schedules

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in packaging graphics, design and/or prepress.
• Strong Adobe Creative Suite knowledge (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat).
• Deep understanding of major printing methods (Flexo, Gravure, Offset) and CPG industry.

Responsibilities

• Create production art, line extensions and prepping jobs based on client requirements.
• Output production proofs depicting final layout for customer approval.
• Design all files according to the press requirements.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Packaging graphics experience

Understanding of printing methods

Job description

Bring your skills and experience to a place where you can make an impact. Browse our current openings and apply today.

A great place to work that fosters a culture of empowerment, collaborative teamwork, and connected capabilities.

Join a team that has been recognized as one of Cincinnati Enquirer Media’s Top Workplaces 9 times since 2014.

OUR VALUES

PASSION

Exhibits boundless enthusiasm to serve our clients, our company and each other, resulting in unparalleled client experience

CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION

Finds new solutions to existing problems or identifies and leverages new opportunities to advance company or client goals

CURIOSITY

Seeks to improve oneself through learning of any kind: formal training, mentoring, volunteering, etc.

RELATIONSHIP BUILDING

Develops strong internal relationships within and across teams to foster thoughtful, collaborative solutions

TRUSTED ADVISOR

Develops strong external relationships through empathy and service, resulting in heightened client trust and engagement with the company

UPLIFT AND EMPOWER

Views others with a Growth Mindset, believing in their potential and finds ways to help them achieve their goals and become the best version of themselves

PERKS OF BEING PART OF THE OLBERDING BRAND FAMILY

COMPETITIVE PAY

At Olberding Brand Family, we believe in recognizing and rewarding exceptional talent. When you choose to be a part of our team, you can expect a competitive base salary that is commensurate with your skills, experience, and market trends.

ROBUST BENEFITS PACKAGE

Comprehensive benefits package includes health,dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability,critical illness, accident insurance, and 401(k) with company match.

FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENT

We believe in accommodating our clients and our staff. Approved flexible work arrangements allow team members to balance the duties of work and home life more effectively.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Your well‑being matters to us. We provide wellness programs, onsite fitness center at some locations, and resources to help you stay healthy and active.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

We invest in our employees’ growth. Access to continuous learning and development opportunities, classes, and mentorship programs are part of our commitment to helping you reach your career goals.

WORK CULTURE

Join a team that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and belonging. At Olberding Brand Family, we foster a supportive and diverse workplace culture where every voice is heard, and employee engagement activities are the norm.

Position: Production Artist

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Id: 714

# of Openings: 1

Production Artist

Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family, we are a family company focused on delivering the highest quality and client service in the graphics design, management and printing industry. We Design, Optimize and Protect Brands. Our clients are primarily consumer products companies and printers and we help them by delivering a broad range of services from brand strategy and packaging design, to adaptive design across various print and digital platforms, all the way to color management and the production of printing plates. With our world headquarters located in Cincinnati, we have over 450 employees throughout the United States and offices in Europe and Asia.

The Production Artist is responsible for converting and translating customer submitted artwork into a press compatible format. The Production Artist maintains an effective and efficient workflow from the point the artwork is scheduled to the proof stage.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Create production art, line extensions and prepping jobs for assembly based on client requirements (preflighting, typesetting, image placement, layout, spot color adaption, etc.)
• Output production proofs depicting final layout for customer approval
• Design all files according to the requirements of the press it will run on; including press marks, color correction, etc.
• Make independent judgment in graphic assembly of working art files; analyzing needs and product requirements to create a final press-ready file
• Maintain an effective comprehension of calibration, profiling and workflow procedures
• Proofread all work including customer proofs and final files

Qualifications Include:

• 2-3 years’ experience in packaging graphics, design and/or prepress
• Strong Adobe Creative Suite knowledge (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)
• Deep understanding of major printing methods (Flexo, Gravure, Offset) and CPG industry
• Graphics production technology background or experience, a plus

Why Choose Olberding Brand Family?

When you join Olberding Brand Family, you’re not just taking a job; you’re becoming part of a legacy of excellence and innovation. We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment where your expertise in pre‑media will be highly valued. We believe in supporting our employees' well‑being and offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future
• Flexible/hybrid work schedules that promote work‑life balance
• Generous paid time off (PTO), personal time, and volunteer time off, in addition to 8 observed holidays
• Parental leave to support growing families

The Olberding Brand Family is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes individuals of diverse talents and backgrounds.

Ready to make your mark in the world of pre‑media excellence? For the fastest consideration, please apply online to the Careers section of our website at www.olberdingbrands.com. Only applications received through this process will be considered. No phone calls, please.