Coordinator II Label Production

About the position

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is seeking a designer to create and maintain packaging label design mechanical artwork for a large retail grocery private brand portfolio. The role involves applying knowledge of brand standards to ensure package designs support brand architecture, voice, and strategy. Designers will collaborate effectively with team members, internal clients, leadership, and third-party creative partners. The position requires orchestrating the creation, review, and rework of multiple package design projects at different stages, necessitating good project and time management skills. The designer will ensure production accuracy and timing across all assigned projects, which include maintenance/line extensions, new item development, and new or updated brand conversions.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain packaging label design mechanical artwork for line extensions, new item development, and brand conversions.
• Ensure all designs meet Private Brand standards and accuracy of packaging information.
• Review digital proofs for accuracy and upload to workflow portal for stakeholder approval.
• Produce label designs and execute the release to prepress and printers.
• Resolve production issues related to package designs by discussing options with the Design Manager and communicating with relevant parties.
• Format typesetting and graphics on package design projects according to established design guidelines.

Requirements

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Minimum of 5 years in the industry with a focus on production and pre-press.
• Bachelor's degree in graphic or commercial art, similar degree, or equivalent job experience.
• High level proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Strong understanding of all print processes (offset, flexography, rotogravure, dry offset).
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong multi-tasking abilities with attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience building food or food-related product labels preferred.

Benefits

• Flexible/hybrid work schedule with 3 in-person days and 2 remote days.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.
• Focus on total wellness, including physical, financial, and emotional wellness.