Packaging Production Artist, OXO & HF
Helen of Troy, New York, NY, United States
Position: Packaging Production Artist, OXO & HF
Department: Marketing – Home & Outdoor
Work Location: New York, NY – Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)
What you will be doing:
Implement compliance, sustainability, regulatory, and legal changes across packaging templates and mechanicals.
Intake compliance updates from Compliance and Legal teams and create accurate packaging artwork revisions.
Own compliance updates across a large ecosystem of packaging files (~5,000 SKUs).
Prepare clean, print‑ready packaging files, with and without imagery.
Follow established brand‑specific production guidelines and layer structures.
Troubleshoot spatial and graphic challenges to fit compliance requirements.
Collaborate with packaging production and design teams to align on brand standards and updates.
Liaise with overseas production teams to ensure accurate communication and version control.
Track changes, version updates, and approvals following established workflows.
Skills needed to be successful in this role:
Motivated self‑starters with calm, solutions‑oriented approach.
Highly organized production specialists who enjoy accuracy‑driven work.
Professionals comfortable managing high‑volume updates.
Individuals who collaborate well across time zones and teams.
Experts who bring discipline, structure, and technical mastery to packaging systems.
Adaptability to industry evolution including software updates.
Strong communication skills, including virtual collaboration with other Helen of Troy facilities and overseas partners.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
5+ years of professional packaging production experience.
Expert proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; strong Photoshop and InDesign skills.
Deep understanding of print production, including color management, dielines, and substrates for various packaging constructions.
Understanding of (Pantone) color systems including spot white ink, various varnishes, and spot UV.
Demonstrated experience with large projects containing many packaging SKUs and components.
Ability to interpret compliance and legal requirements in artwork.
Authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Pre‑Press experience and understanding of printer specifications across multiple print vendors.
Experience using Project Management software.
In New York, the standard base pay range for this role is $70,000 - $90,000 annually. This base pay range is specific to New York and may not be applicable to other locations. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill level, and performance.
Benefits:
Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.
Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.
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Department: Marketing – Home & Outdoor
Work Location: New York, NY – Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)
What you will be doing:
Implement compliance, sustainability, regulatory, and legal changes across packaging templates and mechanicals.
Intake compliance updates from Compliance and Legal teams and create accurate packaging artwork revisions.
Own compliance updates across a large ecosystem of packaging files (~5,000 SKUs).
Prepare clean, print‑ready packaging files, with and without imagery.
Follow established brand‑specific production guidelines and layer structures.
Troubleshoot spatial and graphic challenges to fit compliance requirements.
Collaborate with packaging production and design teams to align on brand standards and updates.
Liaise with overseas production teams to ensure accurate communication and version control.
Track changes, version updates, and approvals following established workflows.
Skills needed to be successful in this role:
Motivated self‑starters with calm, solutions‑oriented approach.
Highly organized production specialists who enjoy accuracy‑driven work.
Professionals comfortable managing high‑volume updates.
Individuals who collaborate well across time zones and teams.
Experts who bring discipline, structure, and technical mastery to packaging systems.
Adaptability to industry evolution including software updates.
Strong communication skills, including virtual collaboration with other Helen of Troy facilities and overseas partners.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
5+ years of professional packaging production experience.
Expert proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; strong Photoshop and InDesign skills.
Deep understanding of print production, including color management, dielines, and substrates for various packaging constructions.
Understanding of (Pantone) color systems including spot white ink, various varnishes, and spot UV.
Demonstrated experience with large projects containing many packaging SKUs and components.
Ability to interpret compliance and legal requirements in artwork.
Authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Pre‑Press experience and understanding of printer specifications across multiple print vendors.
Experience using Project Management software.
In New York, the standard base pay range for this role is $70,000 - $90,000 annually. This base pay range is specific to New York and may not be applicable to other locations. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill level, and performance.
Benefits:
Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.
Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.
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