Packaging Studio Director: Lead Technical Graphics & Production

Chobani; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k matching

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Chobani in New York seeks a Director, Studio Packaging to lead graphics, print-production and technical execution across packaging for Chobani and La Colombe, translating design intent into production-ready packaging.

You will manage the Packaging Studio, develop artwork schedules, ensure timely delivery to plants, and uphold quality, regulatory compliance and sustainability across materials and processes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in packaging graphics, print production, prepress, packaging production or related disciplines.
• Deep expertise in commercial printing, color management, color separations, proofing, converting/finishing, substrates and production artwork.
• Experience reviewing hard proofs, printed packaging and leading press approvals.
• Highly organized and detail-focused with the ability to manage complex work flow.
• Strong judgment to identify risk and escalate to prevent costly mistakes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Packaging Studio team and the technical execution, approval and release of packaging graphics.
• Develop artwork and production schedules so packaging materials arrive at plants in time to support uninterrupted production.
• Establish priorities, workflows, documentation and systems that ensure quality and rigorous follow-through.
• Lead and develop Studio team members and external resources.
• Provide final Studio technical approval of packaging artwork and production files, ensuring design intent and production standards are met.
• Educate internal teams and outside design agencies on printing, materials, capabilities, limitations and risks.

Skills

Packaging graphics

Print production

Prepress

Leadership

Job description

Chobani in New York seeks a Director, Studio Packaging to lead graphics, print-production and technical execution across packaging for Chobani and La Colombe, translating design intent into production-ready packaging.

You will manage the Packaging Studio, develop artwork schedules, ensure timely delivery to plants, and uphold quality, regulatory compliance and sustainability across materials and processes.