Suja Life
Suja Life is seeking a Packaging and Production Designer with strong creative and technical expertise to bring our brands to life across packaging touchpoints. This role blends concept development and design execution with production precision.
You’ll be responsible for ideating packaging concepts (across bottles, cans, cartons and labels) that align with brand identities across the Suja Life portfolio, as well as preparing accurate, print-ready files that meet production, sustainability and regulatory standards.
Job Title:
Packaging & Production Designer Department:
Marketing – Suja Studio Reports To:
Senior Graphic Designer Location:
Oceanside, CA Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Concept Development:
Create original packaging concepts that reflect brand positioning and resonate with consumers across retail, e-commerce, and promotional channels. Design Execution:
Prepare accurate and print-ready dielines, mockups, and final artwork for various packaging formats (boxes, labels, cartons, bags, etc.) ensuring consistency across SKUs and product lines. Brand Consistency:
Maintain visual alignment with brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries within the packaging space. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with the Associate Manager, Innovation to ensure packaging meets functional, aesthetic, and compliance requirements. Production Support:
Manage pre-press, proof reviews, troubleshoot design/production challenges, and ensure quality standards are upheld during printing and manufacturing to maintain design integrity. Asset Management:
Organize and maintain a central repository for all packaging assets within DAM, ensuring easy access for the team and ensuring brand consistency across all materials. Qualifications, Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree(s) in Design preferred but not required 3-5+ years of experience in packaging design or print production Prior CPG experience is a must. Knowledge of the food & beverage industry is strongly preferred, along with can and/or bottle expertise. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) Experience with packaging software and 3D mockup tools would be a plus (but not mandatory) Strong understanding of prepress, print production processes, color management and materials Attention to detail, typography, and layout precision Knowledge of packaging compliance and labeling regulations Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Language Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Other Skills:
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic about learning and growing within a creative environment. Working and Environmental Conditions
Typically functions in a home office environment with occasional travel for events and meetings. Regular use of computer, keyboard, and video conferencing tools. May involve occasional work on nights and weekends, depending on project timelines. Physical Demands
Sitting/standing for extended periods, extensive computer use, and occasional lifting of up to 15 lbs. Ability to travel as needed for content production and meetings. Benefits
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave
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Packaging & Production Designer Department:
Marketing – Suja Studio Reports To:
Senior Graphic Designer Location:
Oceanside, CA Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Concept Development:
Create original packaging concepts that reflect brand positioning and resonate with consumers across retail, e-commerce, and promotional channels. Design Execution:
Prepare accurate and print-ready dielines, mockups, and final artwork for various packaging formats (boxes, labels, cartons, bags, etc.) ensuring consistency across SKUs and product lines. Brand Consistency:
Maintain visual alignment with brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries within the packaging space. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with the Associate Manager, Innovation to ensure packaging meets functional, aesthetic, and compliance requirements. Production Support:
Manage pre-press, proof reviews, troubleshoot design/production challenges, and ensure quality standards are upheld during printing and manufacturing to maintain design integrity. Asset Management:
Organize and maintain a central repository for all packaging assets within DAM, ensuring easy access for the team and ensuring brand consistency across all materials. Qualifications, Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree(s) in Design preferred but not required 3-5+ years of experience in packaging design or print production Prior CPG experience is a must. Knowledge of the food & beverage industry is strongly preferred, along with can and/or bottle expertise. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) Experience with packaging software and 3D mockup tools would be a plus (but not mandatory) Strong understanding of prepress, print production processes, color management and materials Attention to detail, typography, and layout precision Knowledge of packaging compliance and labeling regulations Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Language Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Other Skills:
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic about learning and growing within a creative environment. Working and Environmental Conditions
Typically functions in a home office environment with occasional travel for events and meetings. Regular use of computer, keyboard, and video conferencing tools. May involve occasional work on nights and weekends, depending on project timelines. Physical Demands
Sitting/standing for extended periods, extensive computer use, and occasional lifting of up to 15 lbs. Ability to travel as needed for content production and meetings. Benefits
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave
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