Project Manager

Matthews International Corporation

Chicago, IL

Full Time

Senior

16 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Equator is a global packaging design agency, delivering strategy to shelf without compromise. We create powerful brands that get noticed and chosen. Equator is part of SGK. This role will serve as a Project Manager for key accounts and may assist junior Project Managers as needed. The purpose of this position is to facilitate jobs in the execution phase of our Client's production needs. As a key facilitator within the supply chain for packaging artwork issues, you will communicate with design firms, printers, On-Site Personnel /Sales and Clients to ensure proper printability for packaging.

Key Responsibilities

Consult with On-Site Personnel and/or Client during the artwork development and pre-press execution
Run and/or attend any pre-production meetings (or other meetings), when feasible, per On-Site Personnel's/Sales request or request of the Client for high complexity projects
Manage key accounts
Respond in a timely manner to Clients
Lead and manage relationships with our Client(s) and internal and external stakeholders
Communicate artwork issues with the client as well as internal and external stakeholders
Respond to requests of Client/On-Site Personnel /Sales and others
Document all critical and pertinent information that may impact quality
Participate in process improvement efforts and various production meetings to foster a positive creative impact on the business
Verify technical supplied data is correct to supplied art
Manage project timelines and simultaneously manage multiple projects, when required
Communicate received and shipped art to On-Site Personnel/Sales and perform user functionality in a Client's database used for tracking artwork projects
Understand the Client's process (deliverables, rework) and all aspects of production and manufacturing
Create and update price matrices based on client needs
May provide training and guidance to junior Project Managers

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Some College/Associate's Degree preferred
5+ years' experience preferred
Experience in the design, print or production art industry
Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
Proofreading skills required
Ability to work independently

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
Some College/Associate's Degree (preferred)
Experience in design, print, or production art industry
5+ years' experience (preferred)

Working at Matthews International Corporation

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