Packaging Coordinator

About the role

As a Packaging Coordinator at 1st Phorm, you will play a key role in developing product packaging that drives brand impact and product sales. You will work cross-functionally with product development, marketing, quality control, and suppliers to design and produce packaging that meets compliance, creative, and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop/update packaging (tray, carton, labels, and film) for a wide range of SKUs across a developing catalog
• Collaborate with product development, quality control, and operations teams to ensure packaging accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Copywriting and reviewing information on digital artwork + legality of claims to ensure they are sound
• Setup project with printer and manage all artwork exchange
• Cook with vendors and suppliers to produce packaging materials and ensure production readiness
• Ensure all packaging meets regulatory requirements in addition to co-man approval
• Build digital library to track all die lines, by supplier
• Field and collect all physical copies of dies and contract proofs that come in - signing off on them, reviewing them, mailing and shipping them back out
• Work closely with marketing and creative teams to ensure packaging aligns with brand standards and campaign objectives
• Research industry trends and competitive packaging to inform design decisions
• Maintain organized files and documentation for packaging production and revisions

Requirements

• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Primarily Illustrator & Photoshop)
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent copyright skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong technical skills in layout, development, and prepress process
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Able to create technical edits to designs
• Understanding of printing processes and packaging production (lithographic, digital, etc.)
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments
• Able to receive and implement constructive feedback

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Accident Insurance/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account/Dependent Care Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Maternity/Parental Leave

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Location

On-Site at 1st Phorm Headquarters - Fenton, Missouri

Portfolio Requirement

A portfolio demonstrating packaging, label, or consumer product design work is required. Applicants without a portfolio will not be considered.