Lead Design Operations Project Manager

3M•Maplewood, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lead Design Operations Project Manager Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers. This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. The Impact You’ll Make in this Role As a Lead Design Operations Project Manager , you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by: Focus on leading a diverse array of projects from simple to highly complex global packaging artwork through production art, approvals and through printing. Ability to lead creative / design and adaptation projects if needed. Drive global artwork consistency and design content accuracy within brand guidelines, while effectively managing details and proof-reading artwork. Understand packaging artwork requirements, including working with die lines, net contents, regulatory and warning texts, color and printing methods. Collaborate across many functions/disciplines within 3M (marketing, manufacturing, packaging engineering, regulatory, etc.) and with external agencies and printing companies. Strong problem solving and collaboration skills, keeping projects on brand, budget and on time. Manage project estimates, budget and timelines with internal and external partners. Strong knowledge of consumer brand design methodologies, including managing large global packaging redesigns from concept through production art to print. Adapt and work well with defined approaches, systems, best practices and processes. Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and processes as needed. Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external agency partners.

Requirements

High school diploma/ GED equivalent (completed and verified prior to start)
Ten (10) years combined working experience in project management for packaging on production art within corporate, creative, agency and /or printing industry in a private, public, government or military environment
Ten (10) years of experience in consumer packaging industry.
Ten (10) years of experience in packaging artwork production with strong graphic design acumen.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Nice To Haves

In-depth packaging design knowledge and experience with print production.
Knowledge of packaging regulation and uniform packaging laws is important.
Knowledge of consumer goods packaging industry.
Understanding of current print and pre-press industry processes (offset, flexo, digital, gravure, etc.).
Working knowledge of review tools, project management software, and Power BI applications.
Ability to manage high volumes, shifting priorities, and tight timelines.
Strong skills in communication, collaboration, time management and attention to detail, combined with a strategic approach.

Responsibilities

Focus on leading a diverse array of projects from simple to highly complex global packaging artwork through production art, approvals and through printing.
Ability to lead creative / design and adaptation projects if needed.
Drive global artwork consistency and design content accuracy within brand guidelines, while effectively managing details and proof-reading artwork.
Understand packaging artwork requirements, including working with die lines, net contents, regulatory and warning texts, color and printing methods.
Collaborate across many functions/disciplines within 3M (marketing, manufacturing, packaging engineering, regulatory, etc.) and with external agencies and printing companies.
Strong problem solving and collaboration skills, keeping projects on brand, budget and on time.
Manage project estimates, budget and timelines with internal and external partners.
Strong knowledge of consumer brand design methodologies, including managing large global packaging redesigns from concept through production art to print.
Adapt and work well with defined approaches, systems, best practices and processes.
Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and processes as needed.
Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external agency partners.

Benefits

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially.
To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.
Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.

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