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Graphics Production Manager Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Graphic Designer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Create organic social graphics, blog imagery, infographics, and other visual content * Design ... Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to ...

... Manager to ensure all deadlines are met. * Uses existing photo and illustration libraries and ... production processes, is required. * Experience in motion graphics and video editing is a major ...

Graphic Designer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Environmental graphics, custom leasing signage, and large-format installations * Ensure all ... Project & Workflow Management: * Proactively manage and update tasks and projects in project ...

Graphic Designer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

... product flow making financial protection effortless and timely. The Graphic Designer will be a key ... Create organic social graphics, blog imagery, infographics, and other visual content * Design ...

Graphic Designer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

... product flow making financial protection effortless and timely. The Graphic Designer will be a key ... Create organic social graphics, blog imagery, infographics, and other visual content * Design ...

Prepare production-ready files and support successful project implementation. * Continuously expand ... Effectively manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. You Must Have:

... graphic design tools * Operate and maintain screen printing equipment, flexo presses, CNC machines, and other manufacturing machinery to produce high-quality printed products * Manage color ...

Receive shipment in VeraCore (inventory management system) and assign location(s). * Review Product ... Communication Regular communication with supervisors and team members within Quantum Graphics is ...

Receive shipment in VeraCore (inventory management system) and assign location(s). * Review Product ... Communication Regular communication with supervisors and team members within Quantum Graphics is ...

Sappi North America Sappi Cloquet, established in 1898, produces high-quality graphic papers used ... Understand and apply the mill Quality Management System, including assisting teams in making ...

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Graphics Production Manager information

What does a graphics production manager do?

A Graphics Production Manager oversees the entire process of creating visual materials, from design to final output. They coordinate between designers, clients, and production teams to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Their responsibilities include managing schedules, troubleshooting production issues, maintaining equipment, and ensuring that all graphics meet brand guidelines. This role often requires both creative and technical skills, as well as strong organizational abilities.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a graphics production manager?

To excel as a Graphics Production Manager, you need expertise in graphic design, project management, and production processes, often supported by a degree in graphic design or a related field. Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, print production software, and workflow management systems is typically required. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills help in managing teams and ensuring projects run smoothly. These abilities are crucial for delivering high-quality visual products on time and within budget.

How does a graphics production manager collaborate with designers and other departments during a project?

A Graphics Production Manager acts as a central coordinator between the creative design team, project managers, and sometimes clients or vendors. They ensure that designers’ concepts are feasible for production, facilitate clear communication about project requirements and deadlines, and resolve any technical or logistical issues that arise. Regular check-ins, production meetings, and feedback sessions are common, helping keep projects on track and ensuring final deliverables meet both creative and technical standards.

What is the difference between Graphics Production Manager vs Graphic Designer?

AspectGraphics Production ManagerGraphic Designer
CredentialsBachelor's in Graphic Design, Marketing, or related field; experience in production managementBachelor's in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field
Work EnvironmentOversees production teams, collaborates with vendors, manages schedulesCreates visual concepts, designs, and layouts for clients or projects
Industry UsageUsed in advertising, publishing, media, and marketing industriesCommonly employed across advertising, branding, digital media, and print

The Graphics Production Manager focuses on overseeing the entire production process, managing teams, and ensuring deadlines are met, while the Graphic Designer primarily creates visual content and designs. Both roles require a background in graphic arts, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

What cities in Minnesota are hiring for Graphics Production Manager jobs?

Cities in Minnesota with the most Graphics Production Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Graphics Production Manager job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution.

Senior Prepress Technical Specialist - 2nd Shift

Brooklyn Park, MN • On-site

Great Northern
Printing and Printing Services • 1 - 5K employees

$31/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago


Great Northern Corporation rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 122 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description

Senior Prepress Technical Specialist - 2nd Shift (Plus $2/hour Shift Differential)
Why Great Northern
Established in 1962, Great Northern is a local, privately owned paper-based packaging manufacturer with a long history of providing secure, stable, and meaningful positions. You will experience a collaborative team-first, safe, clean, enjoyable, and predictable workplace where team members support and care for one another.
Our team members produce sustainable and eco-friendly products that are supplied to national brands that impact people's day-to-day lives.
Additionally, Great Northern is continually investing in upgrading or purchasing new, high-speed manufacturing equipment to maximize and increase capacity. Our employees have access to state-of-the-art technology and tools, enabling them to work more efficiently and effectively. These investments not only maximize our capacity and increase production, but also create more opportunities for our employees to learn and grow their careers.
What We Can Offer You
In addition to excellent wages, Great Northern has a competitive benefits package including medical; dental; life insurance; paid vacation; paid holidays; profit sharing and 401(k) with company match.
We also offer our employees a safe, clean, friendly environment and room for growth! Are you looking for a career with an established and stable company?
Pay/Schedule
  • Minimum starting at $31/hour - Dependent on experience and qualifications (Plus $2.00/hour Shift Differential)
  • Monday - Friday from 2:30pm - 11:00pm. This is an onsite position

Under general supervision and following established procedures, the Senior Prepress Technical Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of graphics and pre-production related tasks and support functions for Manufacturing, Sales, and Customer Service.
Position Summary
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the Following. Other Duties May be Assigned.
  • Reviews artwork, structural designs, and layout in order to make recommendations that will enhance the Company's ability to produce a particular product.
  • Modifies artwork utilizing software tools to create printable media. This may include the creation of artwork to satisfy requirements.
  • Leverages electronic workflow systems to provide error-free, repeatable methods of creating/modifying artwork.
  • Troubleshoot issues and provide solutions to problems.
  • Utilizes experience to convert provided files into printable files. This includes screening theory, color correction theory, and software understanding.
  • Identifies potential issues related to the assembly of a product at store level and reviews with the Design Team.
  • Actively seeks new knowledge of ongoing software changes to provide accurate and efficient outputs.
  • Creation of original artwork and graphic design to provide customers with mockups.
  • Responsible for output of artwork to imaging devices.
  • Collaborates with other prepress team members to balance workload requirements necessary to meet internal (printing press) and external (proofs, mockups) customer needs.
  • Collaborates with the prepress and customer service departments at our Great Northern locations.
  • Advises customers and Management on efficient prepress procedures and innovations in graphic arts.
  • Responsible for seeking understanding and knowledge in a wide variety of graphic arts software and procedures.
  • Acts as a training and knowledge resource for less experienced members of the prepress team.
  • Creates laminating and die cutting specification sheets for production showing graphic placement and other information pertaining to the production of graphic products. (i.e. cartons and displays)
  • Provides technical support to Customer Service, Sales, Design, and Production on color, graphics, direct print, litho laminated and related products.
  • Partners with the Senior Workflow Analyst to create Standard Operating Procedures and improve our prepress/RIP workflows.
  • Partners with the Senior Workflow Analyst in administering the prepress software. (Adobe, Automation Engine, ArtPro+)
  • Partners with the Senior Color Analyst in managing the color profiles and press curves.
  • Actively participates in maintaining proofers according to maintenance schedules.
  • Develops process improvement initiatives that enhance the effectiveness of the product development process.
  • Pulls and inspects existing printing plate files and modifies them as needed.
  • Participates in periodic staff meetings as required.
  • Participates in periodic training and development programs as required.
  • Performs a variety of miscellaneous job-related tasks as may be assigned from time to time by a Management Representative.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • A two-year degree in Graphic Communication-related fields or equivalent experience.
  • Requires at least seven years of experience in lithographic print production.
  • A commitment to ethical business standards and personal integrity.
  • Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others, and the ability to convey a positive and professional image of service and support to employees at all levels of responsibility in the company.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Accuracy in work and strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to demonstrate strategic thinking, influence, and implement change.
  • High level of ability to make sound and courageous decisions on your own.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret various instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram format.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
  • Approachable and supportive when working with others.
  • Demonstrated communication skills in both oral and written format.
  • Demonstrated ability to use graphics software in a print production environment (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop).
  • Ability to create new artwork when needed.
  • High level of ability to work effectively with employees and Managers/Supervisors and the ability to convey a positive and professional image to employees and customer.
  • Practical experience in at least one workflow/RIP system for preparation of files for printing is beneficial.
  • Ability to use and interpret Internet/Intranet information.
  • Ability to work with Macintosh and Windows-based operating systems.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office software (Word, Outlook, and Excel spreadsheet applications).
  • Experience with the Esko Platform (Automation Engine, Artios, WebCenter) preferred.
  • Demonstrates openness to constructive feedback and applies insights to continuously improve performance, processes, and outcomes.

Expectation
To be successful your teammates will depend on you to have pride in your work, be on time, work safely, work effectively with others, be optimistic, take ownership of your responsibilities, and look for continuous improvement opportunities.
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