Apex Systems
Print and Product Design Production Manager
Our beauty and wellness client is hiring a Print and Product Design Production Manager for an ongoing freelance opportunity, 24-30 hours a week, onsite in Boca Raton, FL. Ideally the person will start early December.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end‑to‑end production for labels, packaging, and printed collateral
Develop project scopes, specifications, and secure vendor quotes
Oversee production schedules, timelines, and deliverables
Collaborate with creative and product teams to ensure brand standards
Review dielines, layouts, and artwork for accuracy
Lead proofing process and final approvals
Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and trademarks
Conduct quality checks on prototypes and final materials
Build and manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, and identify cost‑saving opportunities
Required Skills & Experience
7+ years in print production, packaging development, or related consumer product roles
Expertise in print methods (offset, digital, flexo, screen) and packaging engineering
Strong knowledge of dielines, carton construction, and label materials
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop
Deep understanding of prepress workflows and color management
Exceptional project management and communication skills
Experience in health, beauty, or regulated consumer product categories is a bonus
Benefits Creative Circle’s freelance employee benefits package includes eligibility for minimum essential coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele‑behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A minimum value (MV) PPO medical plan, employee stock purchase plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.
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Key Responsibilities
Manage end‑to‑end production for labels, packaging, and printed collateral
Develop project scopes, specifications, and secure vendor quotes
Oversee production schedules, timelines, and deliverables
Collaborate with creative and product teams to ensure brand standards
Review dielines, layouts, and artwork for accuracy
Lead proofing process and final approvals
Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and trademarks
Conduct quality checks on prototypes and final materials
Build and manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, and identify cost‑saving opportunities
Required Skills & Experience
7+ years in print production, packaging development, or related consumer product roles
Expertise in print methods (offset, digital, flexo, screen) and packaging engineering
Strong knowledge of dielines, carton construction, and label materials
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop
Deep understanding of prepress workflows and color management
Exceptional project management and communication skills
Experience in health, beauty, or regulated consumer product categories is a bonus
Benefits Creative Circle’s freelance employee benefits package includes eligibility for minimum essential coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele‑behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A minimum value (MV) PPO medical plan, employee stock purchase plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.
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