Senior Print & Packaging Production Lead

Woodruff; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work setup

Freedom Fridays

Diverse, meaningful work

Collaborative culture

Wellness support

Job summary

Woodruff in Kansas City / Columbia, MO seeks a senior production & packaging manager to lead agency print production, flexographic packaging execution and trade show projects.

You will estimate scopes, secure competitive quotes, manage supplier relations, and supervise production staff to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while upholding quality. The role offers hybrid work options and opportunities to influence large packaging projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Arts Technology Management, Print Media, Packaging Science, Communications or a related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience leading print production and consumer packaged goods packaging execution; deep expertise in commercial prepress and flexographic printing process required

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production workflows across multiple print, packaging and trade show projects.
• Obtain 2-3 competitive quotes on outside buys from a vetted network of quality vendors.
• Estimate production scopes and assist with pricing development based on account briefings and creative specifications.
• Review printer proofs, approve packaging templates and ensure mechanical artwork is thoroughly proofread prior to release.
• Lead and mentor production staff with orientation, training, and performance reviews.
• Collaborate with the creative team to ensure the highest quality and craft execution on every job.

Skills

Advanced computer skills

Attention to detail

Strategic problem-solving

Packaging industry knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Arts Technology Management, Print Media, Packaging Science, Communications or a related field

Job description

Woodruff in Kansas City / Columbia, MO seeks a senior production & packaging manager to lead agency print production, flexographic packaging execution and trade show projects.

You will estimate scopes, secure competitive quotes, manage supplier relations, and supervise production staff to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while upholding quality. The role offers hybrid work options and opportunities to influence large packaging projects.