Graphic Designer

Why Join Behlen Mfg. Co.?

Founded in 1936 and headquartered in Columbus, Nebraska, Behlen Mfg. Co. is a global leader in the design and fabrication of innovative metal fabrication solutions that serve customers in the agricultural, energy, metal building, and metal-processing industries throughout the USA and worldwide.

Today, Behlen Mfg. Co. remains a family-owned company composed of several distinct business units and manufacturing facilities operating under a unified "One Behlen" philosophy.

This business unit is looking for a Graphic Designer to be based in our headquarters in Columbus, Nebraska. Here’s how this Partner in Progress (employee) will make a difference.

The Graphic Designer creates and executes visually compelling, on-brand marketing materials that elevate Behlen Mfg. Co. brands and drive business growth. This role is ideal for a designer who enjoys being hands-on and is eager to grow their creative and brand development skills.

Responsibilities:

• Support and uphold visual identity standards across all our brands, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Contribute creative ideas to strengthen and enhance brand presence across materials and channels.
• Manage graphic design projects from concept through final production, translating ideas into high-quality, production-ready deliverables.
• Design and produce artwork, video, and image assets for multiple audiences across brands including awards, print and digital brochures, banners, logos, posters, photos, swag items, presentations, technical product guides, print catalogs, and training videos.
• Ensure quality through proofing, editing, retouching, file management, and pre-press preparation.
• Maintain and organize the DAM system, including archiving, tagging, and version control.
• Collaborate with marketing, engineering, and external partners to develop effective visual materials.
• Capture and edit photography and video for commercial use (events, in-house, and on location).

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of professional graphic design experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communications, or related field.
• Solid understanding of branding and the ability to consistently apply visual identity standards.
• Commitment to high-quality commercial design and continuous skill development.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating layout, branding, typography, color theory, and visual storytelling abilities.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Able to manage and meet multiple deadlines with urgency and sound judgment.
• Resourceful self-starter who works independently and seeks input when needed.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience planning and executing photo/video shoots using DSLR equipment (some lifting; occasional non-standard hours).

Preferred:

• Production artist experience.
• Familiarity with screen printing and embroidery processes.

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

At this time, Behlen Mfg. Co. and its business units will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

About Our Culture

At Behlen Mfg. Co., people are special. We rely on each other’s honesty, openness, and integrity. We understand that exceptional individual performance, teamwork, and the honor system are the keys to taking care of our customers and one another.

Protecting the safety of our Partners in Progress (employees) and visitors is the most important aspect of running our business. All Partners in Progress have the opportunity and responsibility to contribute to a safe work environment.

Behlen Mfg. Co. is committed to acknowledging and valuing the differences of our Partners in Progress and to the creation of an environment in which everyone’s unique strengths and abilities are developed and valued. At Behlen, we believe that by utilizing the unique strengths and abilities of our Partners in Progress, we can enhance communication, problem solving, and decision making, thereby improving organizational productivity and performance. All Behlen Partners in Progress share in the responsibility for creating this environment and are expected to demonstrate mutual Trust and Respect in the workplace.

We believe success depends on providing opportunities for each Partner in Progress to gain personal satisfaction in their work. This personal satisfaction is not only reflected in compensation, but it also comes from knowing that you have a voice in your company, you are making a significant contribution, and that your contribution is recognized and valued.

Behlen Mfg. Co. offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, critical illness, life insurance, 401k, and both short- and long-term disability coverage.

One of our core Global Values is sharing the benefits of winning together. Our Profit-Sharing program reflects this commitment and is determined annually by our board of directors.

At Behlen, we don’t just fabricate steel; we forge lasting success.