Graphic Designer

Job Title : Graphic Designer

For certain roles at at this client, assignment is contingent upon the Employer of Record’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (meaning two weeks have passed after the last injection of Pfizer / Moderna or two weeks after receipt of the J&J). In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and / or required. Requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law. Scope

Under the direction of the Graphics and Labeling leadership team and / or team lead, to develop product labeling (primary, secondary, and tertiary packages) and associated product Instructions for Use (IFU), e-IFUs, and literature. Must adhere to Client Brand Standards, Corporate / Divisional procedures and policies. Will primarily support MDS and may have some cross business group work in critical workload surge situations.

Responsibilities

• Creates and / or modifies artwork based on provided instructions.
• Keeps software revisions up to date, while maintaining compliance and compatibility with the Business Units.
• Provides assurance that the quality of all artwork and packaging graphics complies with Client Brand standards.
• Remains current with ongoing Regulatory compliance and industry guidelines. Adherence to all artwork standards and procedures / policies found at the Business Unit, corporate, industry and international levels.
• Coordinate with Client documentation associates to provide completed PDF and zipped source files for CR approvals.
• Has good collaboration skills and asks questions when in doubt.
• Works well in a cross-functional team environment.
• Executes work in a fast-paced deadline orientated environment.
• Demonstrates strong organizational, team work and communication skills.
• Is familiar with Quality management systems.
• Creates InDesign documents, using solid understanding of desktop publishing (DTP) best practices.
• Demonstrates high proficiency in latest Adobe Creative Suite, including, but not limited to InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat, and Photoshop.
• Creates or modifies line art / vector illustrations used within labeling and / or other artwork.
• Demonstrates knowledge of printing process for proper prepress work and file preparation / export.
• Coordinates release of finished artwork files for labeling and packaging preparation with external vendors, via OneDrive or email.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, ensuring label accuracy in order to avoid recalls, delays, or errors in product development and added expense.
• Documents, files and properly archives all artwork touchpoints.
• Delivers artwork assignments on time and which meet Client Quality and Brand requirements

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

Education

Associate or Bachelor Degree equivalent in Graphic Design or in relatable field of study.

Licenses or Certifications

None Required

Experience

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in Graphic Design and Desktop Publishing
• Demonstrated ability as a creative designer of products and applied graphics within a 2D / 3D packaging space
• Extensive experience with Mac and / or PC computer graphics and design software (Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, and PhotoShop)
• Experience with MS Excel
• Knowledge of packaging / labeling materials, packaging configurations, equipment, and printing techniques
• Knowledge of Regulatory (domestic and international) labeling requirements, procedures, and standards
• Experience working in a deadline-driven, regulated industry
• Communication via MS Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, etc.

Special Skills

• Multilingual a plus
• Medical Device graphic design experience a plus

Knowledge of Specific Procedures and Practices :

External Regulations (ISO, FDA, OSHA, ASTM), Design Control, EUMDR / IVDR, UDI

Supervision

• Works independently with some supervision and peer review
• Manages assignments in accordance with project prioritization
• Will take feedback from senior designer(s) and update files accordingly

Accountability

• Will deliver artwork assignments on time and which meet Client Quality and Brand requirements
• Will not manage any direct reports
• Will not be responsible for any functional areas
• Knowledgeable and adherent to Client Quality and Corporate Policies BD04123JD