Graphic Artist

Hoffmaster is where tradition meets innovation. For decades, we’ve been a trusted name in foodservice products but what truly sets us apart is our people. We’re a team of problem-solvers, creators, and collaborators who are passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions. Here, your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work helps shape experiences people enjoy every day. With a strong legacy and a forward-thinking mindset, we’re driven by creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. If you’re looking to elevate your career with a company that’s constantly evolving, you’ll fit right in here.

What’s so special about us?

From paper plates and napkins to paper straws, party supplies, and food wrap, Hoffmaster is a leader in the tableware industry.

What truly sets us apart is our people: Here your ideas don’t just get heard, they help shape what’s next. Your growth is supported, your contributions are valued, and your work plays a role in creating moments people enjoy every day.

Create. Collaborate. Elevate….your dining table and your career!

About The Role

Are you a detail-oriented, creative professional who thrives in a fast-paced, production-driven environment? We’re looking for a Graphic Artist to support the execution of customer artwork and design production while ensuring accuracy, quality, and efficiency.

In this role, you’ll act as a key liaison between customers, creative services, and pre-press teams, partnering to deliver production-ready artwork for flexographic printing. From preparing files and managing color separations to supporting design creation and maintaining digital assets, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring designs are both visually compelling and technically sound for manufacturing.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Prepare and verify customer artwork, ensuring files are production-ready and aligned with printing specifications
• Set up designs for flexographic printing, including color separations, trapping, and file preparation
• Collaborate with pre-press teams to ensure artwork meets technical requirements for production
• Support creative services by assisting with image creation and design needs
• Maintain and organize digital assets within the Digital Asset Management (DAM) system
• Apply knowledge of CMYK, Pantone, and spot colors to ensure color accuracy and consistency
• Interpret and follow customer style guides to meet brand and design expectations
• Identify and resolve design or production challenges in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of artwork
• Partner with printing and production teams to ensure designs translate effectively to finished products
• Support continuous improvement by learning and applying flexographic printing processes and best practices
  
  

The Essentials

• 1 year of experience in graphic design, production art, or a related field
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat)
• Strong understanding of design principles and layout
• Knowledge of color theory, including CMYK, Pantone, and spot color usage
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn flexographic printing processes and production requirements
  
  

Optional but Impressive

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Commercial Art, or a related field
• Experience with flexographic printing processes, including trapping and color separations
• Experience working with Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems
• Illustration or advanced design capabilities
• Experience in manufacturing or print production environments
  
  

Because You Deserve It

We don’t just hire great people—we take care of them.

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Time off that lets you recharge
• Retirement savings options
• Growth opportunities that elevate your career
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Pet insurance—because your furry friends matter too
  
  

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We invite all qualified applicants to apply, including individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview, please contact Recruitment@Hoffmaster.com