Graphic Designer at Malbros Africa

The role of the Head of Design & Packaging is to ensure the execution of assigned duties in the packaging department.

Key Responsibilities

Designing new product concepts as well as redesigning existing ones that need enhancement.
Handling of all packaging files.
Coordination between suppliers to ensure precise, accurate & the best quality printed materials.
Ensure the organization doesn’t incur avoidable expenses by properly advising on the direction to take when it comes to printing.
Liaising with the Quality Control team to ensure the quality of Packing Materials received is up to standard.
Layout parameters are to be keenly followed before & during printing.
Coordinate Management’s preference for packaging materials.
Teamwork contribution when a task is assigned to ensure the best & fast-tracked development & deliverable of concepts.
Initiation of approvals of internal & reverted designs.
Checking, generating maintaining barcodes.
New product design concepts and development and consistent follow-up with management to launch.

Qualifications

Diploma in Graphic Design
5+ Years of experience in Pre-press derivatives (Roto Gravure & Flexo Printing)
Excellent verbal/ written communication and presentation skills at all levels of the organization.

Other Requirements

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following personal traits:

Knowledge – expertise and experience in having a keen eye to detail when it comes to printing & designing.
Efficacy and versatile, able to handle ambiguity and work unsupervised in a fast-paced environment.
Mobile and flexible.
Advanced knowledge in design softwares ( Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After-effects & Premier)