Labeling Artwork Controller

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Italy.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete artwork development process from initiation to approval and release.

• Collaborate with PMO, Regulatory Affairs, Marketing, Packaging, Quality, Supply Chain, and external vendors/agencies.

• Validate briefs and address discrepancies with cross-functional teams.

• Manage timelines, resource allocation, and progress monitoring for multiple concurrent labeling projects.

• Facilitate the review and approval of labeling content and artwork within internal systems.

• Lead initiatives for process enhancements in artwork development, approval workflows, and digital tools.

• Conduct Root Cause Analyses and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions.

• Keep artwork issue logs and participate in escalation meetings.

• Identify inefficiencies and escalate issues to Hub Leads.

• Engage in content lock meetings and regional project discussions.

• Handle Veraciti system-related challenges and escalate as necessary.

• Recommend and implement technological solutions for artwork and labeling procedures.

• Create and manage training documentation.

• Supervise Artwork Controllers and assist in completing tasks during peak periods.

• Onboard new employees and carry out quarterly refresher sessions on best practices.

• Provide direction to SMEs, Artwork Process Leads, vendors, and Hub Leads.

• Monitor action items and update on project status, risks, and milestones.

• Share project insights for dashboards, analytics, KPI evaluations, and compliance initiatives.

• Gather requirements for regional projects, evaluate resource needs, and provide estimates.

• Conduct assessments on design-to-press color management and feasibility consultations.

• Track project timelines and budgets, addressing any roadblocks.

• Tackle process and execution quality challenges.

• Manage one-off artwork requests and disseminate process/system communications.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, Packaging Technology, or a related discipline.

• Over 10 years of experience in labeling design, proofreading, coordination, regulatory, packaging, and project management within the consumer health, pharmaceutical, or medical device sectors.

• Comprehensive understanding of global regulatory standards for product labeling and packaging.

• Proven capability to handle multiple projects and lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

• Practical experience with PLM and electronic artwork systems, such as Agile, GLAMS, Loftware, Veraciti, or Veeva.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro.

• Understanding of pre-press and print processes, including CMYK, Pantone, dielines, and bleed.

• Expertise in proofreading tools such as TVT, GlobalVision, or InformCC, along with regulatory content validation.

• Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent experience in continuous improvement methodologies.

• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities.

• PMP certification or formal training in project management is advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Job security and additional career advancement opportunities with a global CRO.

• Ongoing training and professional growth.

• Close management support and training.

• Commitment to equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusivity.