Studio Manager / Senior Artworker

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About the job

STADA UK Thornton & Ross is on an exciting growth journey with more than 700 employees being fully committed to our purpose of Caring for People's Health as a Trusted Partner. Together we are shaping the future of Thornton & Ross by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA. If you want to work in an open culture where your uniqueness is valued, join our Artwork Team.

STADA UK Thornton & Ross - Studio Manager / Senior Artworker

Huddersfield |U.K.| Full-time | Permanent

Role Purpose

The Studio Manager / Senior Artworker role is responsible for creating and updating packaging artwork to meet technical and printing specifications. This involves receiving information from internal and external stakeholders (including global affiliates), external customers such as contract manufacturers, design agencies and own-label clients.

The Studio Manager / Senior Artworker manages artwork creation within the internal artwork studio, ensuring the final product meets the required standards by integrating designs and documentation through various stakeholders and the GLAMS artwork management system. This position also supports Artwork Coordinators by ensuring amendments are completed and deadlines are met.

How You Will Make An Impact

Artwork creation & delivery

• Produce high-quality, repro/print-ready artwork using Adobe Illustrator and InDesign (with occasional use of Photoshop and Acrobat).
• Ensure all artwork meets company standards, technical specifications, and deadlines.
• Conduct accurate proofreading, technical checks, pre-production and print checks.
• Maintain and update the cutter/keyline library.
• Support updates to our brand, packaging and back-of-pack guidelines.
• Works with minimal direct supervision provides training and support to other team members as required.

Systems & technical tasks

• Operate artwork management and lifecycle systems (including GLAMS) in line with business processes.
• Keen eye for detail for creating and checking artwork is to a regulatory standard.
• Generate barcodes and data matrix codes using Esko software and create other technical elements required by manufacturers.
• Leads teams in development and revisions of relevant SOPs for the functional area.
• Support continuous improvement by keeping workflows, documentation, and system processes up to date.

Collaboration & workflow

• Work closely with internal teams, external partners, and project stakeholders to manage artwork from briefing through to approval.
• Participate in team meetings, pre-artwork meetings, and project discussions, suggesting improvements where appropriate.
• Manage personal workload effectively, using initiative to prioritise tasks based on business needs and KPIs.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment while taking accountability for individual actions.

What We Are Looking For

At STADA, we embrace Uniqueness-recognising the value that diverse perspectives bring to our work. Our core values-Entrepreneurship, Integrity, Agility, and One STADA-guide how we collaborate and innovate.

We're looking for someone who shares this spirit and brings the following qualifications and skills:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Packaging Artworker or similar role within a fast-paced environment. Experience in pharmaceutical, FMCG, or other regulated industries is required.
• Experience with repro and artwork production, with an understanding of artwork-to-print workflows.
• Strong knowledge of print processes, including litho, flexo, offset and corrugated.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Highly organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• A collaborative communicator who can work effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders.

How We Care For You

At Thornton & Ross our purpose "Caring for people's health as a trusted partner" motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return:

Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.

Hybrid working - we spend three days of your choice in the office, with the remaining days working at home.

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.

Free winter flu jab.

Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing - offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.

Electric Car Scheme through Octopus Energy, plus free on-site EV charging.

Cycle to Work Scheme.

Enhanced Family Leave.

Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.

STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.

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