Production Artist - Web jobs in Vancouver, WA

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? It is time to embrace your Infinite Possibilities. This is your opportunity to be part of International Paper, a Fortune 500 company and global leader in paper and packaging products. IP is known for our commitment to the environment and to cutting-edge technology. We have spent more than 100 years creating new ideas, and we are looking for people who can collaborate to help us build on our history, while creating future success. We are committed to attracting, preparing, promoting and supporting our teams. At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer benefits, challenges, global opportunities and total rewards. When we say Infinite Possibilities, we mean it.

We currently have an opening for a Production/Layout Artist in our Enhanced Graphics Solutions Hillsboro Preprint facility. This position will create, facilitate and output flexographic electronic artwork in a team environment by utilizing a strong understanding of Adobe Illustrator.  Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat as well as Esko, DeskPack, and/or ArtPro software products is helpful.

This is a production position and not a creative design role.

Our ideal candidate has the ability to:

• Handle multiple assignments simultaneously in a fast paced, deadline-based environment while producing outstanding results. 
• Work independently in the absence of supervision, as well as be part of a team.
• Communicate detailed information clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.  
• Work with a strong focus on safety, customer satisfaction, quality, productivity, and teamwork. 

Position Requirements:

•  Five years of experience in print production and/or like preferred.
• An extensive knowledge of Macintosh computers and all major graphics applications, with proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is needed.
• Intermediate skills in plotters, RIP’s, and other related hardware.
• Knowledge of the flexo print industry as well as Esko, DeskPack, or ArtPro software is a plus.
• Must be able to multi-task in a deadline sensitive environment, be detail oriented, have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be comfortable with problem solving.
• Organization, reliability, flexibility, communication, and teamwork are a must.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.