Project Manager 1

Propelis • St. Louis, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

SGX, part of the Propelis Group, brings together more than 150 years of combined experience from SGS&Co and SGK, forming a powerhouse in packaging graphics, prepress, and print production. We offer a full suite of solutions, including artwork and file preparation, plate and cylinder production, and metal deco services, supported by advanced technology and a global footprint. This St. Louis, MO based role serves as Project Manager for a client-specific packaging Print Quality Management (PQM) program. The purpose of this position is to provide daily support and overall management of the PQM process to meet the Client’s needs. As a key facilitator within the process, you will communicate with printers, clients, and internal teams. Your primary responsibilities will be to respond to questions and effectively communicate PQM program rules, print specifications, website instructions and compliance requirements. This role also has a color and print quality evaluation component where you will be trained to conduct packaging evaluations using spectrophotometers and other measurement equipment. Results are measured against established brand standards. This role will also include data processing and project tracking by utilizing our PQM system. Assist the PQM Program Manager in the creation of client-facing reports. You will also be one of the resources when issues or questions arise. You will work as part of a team where collaboration and team work are key to our effectiveness in servicing the business and delivering on our Client’s expectations.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 year degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 2 years project management and customer service experience preferred
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Extremely detail oriented
• Comfortable working both independently and a within a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Handles stressful situations and deadline pressures well
• Ability to complete work accurately and on time
• Plans and carries out responsibilities with minimal direction
• Ability to multitask and be flexible to changing priorities
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work within a Team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the design, print or production art industry is a plus
• Previous experience as a Project Manager in the packaging/print industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Execute daily PQM program management activities
• Perform print quality evaluations utilizing color measurement equipment along with visual inspection
• Review incoming tasks and input data into PQM systems
• Communicate program requirements
• Manage daily correspondence and respond to program related questions
• Data collection, processing and tracking
• Prepare reports as requested
• Attend meetings per request of the Client or PQM Program Manager
• Communicate issues to Management

Benefits

• selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage
• dental plan
• vision plan
• basic and supplemental life insurance
• a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection
• short/long term disability
• 401(k) Savings Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree