Packaging & Prepress Production Designer

Vanguard Packaging, LLC.; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Packaging, LLC. in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Production Designer to prepare, review, and release accurate press-ready artwork for digital pre-press production.

You will operate pre-press equipment, run quality checks, and collaborate with internal teams to meet customer specs and deadlines. The role requires strong skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, plus experience with packaging design and print processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or college level design coursework.
• 3 years of packaging design experience.
• Strong skills in Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign.
• Proficient in Apple and Microsoft environments.
• Ability to meet production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and release accurate press-ready artwork.
• Operate pre-press digital equipment and perform quality checks.
• Create sell sheets, case studies, and packaging visuals for sales/marketing.
• Prepare art files matching customer specs and print requirements.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Customer Service for documentation and processes.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Mac OS & Windows

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field

3 years packaging design experience

Tools

ArtiosCAD

Esko Automation Engine

Kodak Prinergy

Esko Color Pilot

GMG OpenColor

Esko Studio

Job description

Vanguard Packaging, LLC. in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Production Designer to prepare, review, and release accurate press-ready artwork for digital pre-press production.

You will operate pre-press equipment, run quality checks, and collaborate with internal teams to meet customer specs and deadlines. The role requires strong skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, plus experience with packaging design and print processes.