Art Specialist

Aston Carter•Mason City, IA

3d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Art Specialist prepares, inspects, and processes customer artwork and proofs to meet established production requirements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role uses Adobe Illustrator and other design tools extensively to create accurate, production-ready files, identify and resolve artwork issues before they impact manufacturing, and support high-quality print and production outcomes. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys technology, detailed computer work, problem-solving, and producing precise, reliable results that directly influence manufacturing quality.

Requirements

High school diploma with proficiency in English and Math.
Strong computer and technical skills, with the ability to work confidently in multiple software applications.
Experience with Adobe Illustrator or similar graphics software, with the ability to modify, clean up, and prepare artwork for production.
Ability to review and verify layouts, colors, dimensions, and positioning for technical accuracy.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, production-ready files.
Ability to troubleshoot artwork and file-related issues in a timely and effective manner.
Organizational skills to maintain structured electronic archives and file systems.
Comfort working with tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Checkmate, Microsoft Excel, Automation Engine, Indigo front-end tools, and Scan Master Designer, or the ability to learn them quickly.
Capability to perform routine equipment maintenance as part of daily responsibilities.
Interest in technology, detailed computer work, and problem-solving within a manufacturing context.

Nice To Haves

Experience in art design, graphic design, or related fields, particularly in a manufacturing or production environment.
Experience in customer support or order entry related to artwork or file processing.
Understanding of layout, color, graphics, or print production processes.
Post-secondary training in graphic arts or a related discipline (preferred but not required).
Familiarity with file processing workflows and preparing artwork specifically for manufacturing.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a team-oriented, continuous-improvement culture.

Responsibilities

Prepare, inspect, and process customer artwork and proofs in accordance with established production requirements and quality standards.
Use Adobe Illustrator extensively to modify, clean up, and prepare artwork for manufacturing, ensuring files are accurate and production-ready.
Build precise, production-ready digital files and proactively identify potential artwork or production issues before they become problems.
Clean up and prepare logos and other graphics for digitizing and production, ensuring clarity, consistency, and proper formatting.
Review layouts, colors, dimensions, positioning, and other technical specifications for accuracy and alignment with customer and production requirements.
Troubleshoot artwork and file-related issues, resolving problems efficiently to keep production on schedule.
Maintain organized electronic archives and file systems to ensure artwork and production files are easy to locate, track, and update.
Work with Adobe Photoshop, Checkmate, Microsoft Excel, Automation Engine, Indigo front-end tools, Scan Master Designer, and other production technologies as part of daily tasks.
Assist in other trained or cross-trained areas as needed to support overall production and team goals.
Perform routine equipment maintenance as required to keep tools and systems operating effectively.
Collaborate with team members to support a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement.