Associate Graphic Artist - Part-time Temp

Dart Container is looking for a Temporary Part-Time Associate Graphic Artist for our team to create and modify custom artwork to be printed on our products and/or packaging. This position will use various computer applications to duplicate customer art and to prepare production-ready artwork that meets our precise manufacturing specifications and customer expectations.

At Dart, the quality of our products is one of our top priorities. When a customer provides us with a design or logo, they can trust that we will do our best to perfect the smallest details of the artwork so that their images and logo can be proudly displayed.

In this role, you'll work a part time schedule of Tuesday - Thursday in office from 8:00 AM until 4:30 PM. Occasionally you may be asked to work additional hours as needed.

Day-to-Day Role:

• Modify customer artwork to prepare digital art files that meet department standards and that fulfill precise manufacturing specifications.
• Prepare final proof artwork for customer orders to be printed on product and/or packaging. Product mockups may be needed for speculative customer orders
• Apply proper prepress techniques to prepare digital art for Dry Offset and Flexographic plate output and printing
• Create unique designs for customers that meet manufacturing standards
• Assist with special projects and/or expanded departmental responsibilities where appropriate. This may include cross training to assist in related areas and/or proofing artwork to ensure that it meets our print specifications

Core Skills and Qualifications:

The ideal candidate must possess all of the following:

• Associates Degree in Graphic Design, Computer Graphics, Illustration, Commercial Art, or related field
• Demonstrated graphic design and/or illustration skills
• Two (2) years of experience with Adobe Illustrator software in a professional setting
• One (1) year of experience with Adobe Photoshop software in a professional setting
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Math skills to include simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Excellent verbal and written skills necessary in order to communicate intricate job-related processes
• Demonstrated level of dependability, initiative, and responsibility
• Ability to maintain composure and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced, customer-focused work environment characterized by rapid change, minimal lead times, and multiple competing priorities

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Prepress working knowledge to include the ability to apply spot and/or four color process printing and to apply trapping, separations and/or other digital prepress techniques
• Working knowledge of Esko Automation Engine and/or Webcenter

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red Solo cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for more than 50 years. Dart is a family-owned, family-focused company of 13,000 employees united by a shared set of values. Headquartered in Mason, MI, Dart has 30 locations in four countries.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or email us at [email protected]. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.

If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at [email protected] for assistance.