Job Details

Production Artist

Location: Hillsboro, OR

Industry: Manufacturing

Schedule: Monday – Friday, days

Type: Evaluation to Hire

Pay: $26.00/hr

Position Overview

SRG is partnering with a local sports manufacturing company that is looking to add a Production Artist to their growing team. This organization is known for its highly collaborative culture—team members actively support one another, share ideas, and work cross-functionally to bring innovative products to life.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of creative production and hands-on manufacturing. Based in a state-of-the-art factory environment, the Production Artist will translate graphic design concepts into production-ready files for advanced direct-to-substrate printing technology. This role blends precision and process discipline with creative curiosity—ideal for someone who thrives in both structured production workflows and experimental problem-solving.

The Production Artist plays a critical role in moving artwork from concept to finished product. You will prepare, optimize, and manage production files for high-volume manufacturing while ensuring quality, color accuracy, and technical precision.

Beyond execution, this role encourages exploration. You'll collaborate closely with print operators and manufacturing teams to test new techniques, refine processes, and push the capabilities of modern print technology—bringing insights back to the design team to inform future innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Execution

• Prepare production-ready artwork files for direct-to-substrate printing
• Ensure color accuracy, file integrity, and compliance with manufacturing specifications
• Create, revise, and distribute graphic production files to manufacturing teams
• Perform quality control checks prior to print runs to proactively prevent production issues
• Adapt artwork across multiple product models and variations
• Maintain organized digital asset libraries with structured file management and version control

Experimentation & Innovation

• Explore and expand the capabilities of direct-print technology through testing and experimentation
• Document findings and translate successful results into actionable insights
• Partner with print operators to understand equipment constraints and opportunities
• Apply a curious, solutions-oriented mindset to enhance product graphics and finishes

Collaboration & Communication

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced factory environment
• Review work with leadership to ensure on-brand and high-quality outcomes
• Collaborate cross-functionally with designers, product managers, and manufacturing teams to meet production timelines
• Communicate technical constraints and production insights to inform future creative direction

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Print Production, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–5+ years of experience in print production, prepress, or production art
• Hands-on experience preparing files for production output (preflighting, packaging, file optimization)
• Strong understanding of color management, separations, and print specifications
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and related design tools

Preferred Experience

• Experience with direct-to-substrate or cylindrical printing (e.g., bottles, cans, tubes)
• Background in consumer product graphics, packaging, or decorative manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of substrate preparation, ink systems, and print equipment operation
• Experience in sporting goods, hard goods, beverage, cosmetics, or consumer packaged goods production
• Exposure to illustration, 3D modeling, or industrial design

Key Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and file accuracy
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines
• Clear and effective communication across design and manufacturing teams
• Comfort working in or alongside a factory environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Located in Hillsboro, the Specialized Recruitment Group is an esteemed, niche-based professional recruitment firm that thrives in partnering with companies at the local, regional, and national levels to identify exceptional talent across diverse industries. Our expertise spans across Engineering, Accounting/Finance, Executive positions (Managers, Directors, Vice Presidents, and C-Suite), Human Resources, Logistics, Construction Management and Manufacturing/Industrial Leadership, Marketing/Advertising, Creative, Sales, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Legal, and Information Technology. We are committed to excellence by providing clients with customized and professional recruitment solutions.