Creative Artworker

Compunnel Inc.; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company based in Clark, New Jersey, is looking for a highly organized Color and Artwork Developer II. This role involves managing regulatory artwork projects from inception to approval, ensuring compliance within the artwork management system (TAG). The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering and 2–4 years of relevant experience, preferably in cosmetics or consumer goods. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential. This position also supports sustainability initiatives and color development projects.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of package development or quality experience in cosmetics or consumer goods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills to handle documentation and materials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the lifecycle of regulatory artwork projects, ensuring timely delivery.
• Develop project briefs for new artwork initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders.
• Utilize the artwork management system (TAG) to track project progress.

Skills

Artwork Management

Project Documentation

Communication Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Color and Artwork Developer II to join our team in Clark, New Jersey. This role will be instrumental in managing regulatory artwork projects from inception to approval, ensuring compliance and efficiency within the artwork management system (TAG). The successful candidate will also gain valuable experience managing re-color matching of existing packaging portfolios, supporting sustainability initiatives, and contributing to artwork, package decoration, color development, and project management in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Artwork Management
• Oversee and manage the lifecycle of regulatory artwork projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to guidelines.
• Develop comprehensive and accurate project briefs for new artwork initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to gather necessary information.
• Utilize the artwork management system (TAG) to route artwork for review and approval, tracking project progress.
• Ensure all artwork projects meet regulatory requirements and internal standards.
• Manage color matching processes for sustainability projects, including removal of carbon black and rematching colors in PCR.
• Ensure new BOMs and specifications are issued for revised colors.
• Facilitate effective communication between cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Packaging Development, Plant Operations, and external agencies.
• Documentation
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all assigned projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or a related engineering/technical discipline.
• 2–4 years of package development or quality experience, preferably in cosmetics, consumer goods, or related industries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to interact effectively across all organizational levels and with suppliers.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage documentation, materials, and information.
• Team-oriented with the ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional partners.

Preferred Qualifications (if any)

• Experience with regulatory artwork systems such as TAG.
• Prior exposure to sustainability-focused packaging projects.
• Willingness to travel to vendors and plants (5–10%).

Certifications (if any)

• None required; certifications in project management or packaging engineering are a plus.