Production Artist - Graphic Design

Universal Beauty Products Inc.; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative beauty manufacturing company seeks a detail-oriented Production Artist to join their graphic design team. This role requires a highly organized individual who can bridge the gap between design and execution, ensuring all creative assets are production-ready. As a Production Artist, you'll prepare artwork for packaging and promotional materials while collaborating with various teams to maintain brand consistency. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for creativity, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Flexible working hours

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in production art or graphic design, preferably in CPG.
• Deep understanding of packaging production and print setup.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality artwork for packaging and promotional materials.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy and brand consistency.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Graphic Design

Packaging Production

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Visual Communication

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Universal Beauty Products Inc. provided pay range

This range is provided by Universal Beauty Products Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$50,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

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HR Generalist at Universal Beauty Products Inc.

As a Production Artist you must be highly organized, skilled and detail-oriented to join our graphic design team at a fast-paced, innovation-driven beauty manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between design and execution, ensuring that all creative assets, ranging from packaging to promotional materials, are pixel-perfect and production-ready. This role is for a detail-oriented team player who enjoys variety in their work, can quickly adapt to shifting priorities, and is eager to display creativity across various business functions.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and finalize high-quality artwork for packaging, product labels, in-store displays, and print/digital campaigns.
• Execute design adaptations and layout adjustments based on approved creative concepts for a wide range of beauty and skincare product lines.
• Ensure all production files comply with printer and vendor specifications (bleed, resolution, color matching, dielines, etc.).
• Collaborate with graphic designers, marketing managers, packaging engineers, and regulatory teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and brand consistency.
• Retouch, resize, and reformat existing assets for web, e-commerce, email, and social platforms.
• Conduct preflight checks and troubleshoot any artwork or formatting issues before handing off to printers or digital teams.
• Maintain organized file systems and version control across multiple SKUs and product categories.
• Support seasonal launches and promotional campaigns with quick turnarounds and high-volume output.
• Stay informed on current packaging trends and printing techniques to maintain the brands in tune with trends.
• Familiarity with FDA/INCI labeling requirements or CPG compliance.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Communication, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in production art or graphic design, preferably in CPG.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Deep understanding of packaging production, print setup, and color proofing.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks and shift priorities quickly.
• Ability to juggle multiple deadlines and remain versatile.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and eager to learn new tasks and systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, especially when working with ingredient lists and regulatory copy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interacting with all levels of staff.
• Familiarity with FDA/INCI labeling requirements or CPG compliance a plus.
• Experience working with packaging vendors and print suppliers.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Art/Creative, Writing/Editing, and Design

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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