Jitender Singh Jitender Singh

Print Production & Packaging Artwork Professional with 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical and FMCG industries, specializing in artwork lifecycle management, regulatory labeling, and print production quality. Currently working as Assistant Manager, leading end-to-end artwork processes including preflight, QC, and print readiness while collaborating with cross-functional teams such as regulatory, design, and print vendors. Proven ability to improve process efficiency, reduce artwork errors, and ensure compliance with global packaging standards using tools like Esko, Adobe Suite, and SAP workflows.

Experienced in mentoring teams, driving standardization, and supporting automation initiatives in artwork production environments.

Assistant Manager – Print Production & Artwork Studio at Zentiva Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd. (2022-02 – Present)

• Managed end-to-end packaging artwork lifecycle for pharmaceutical products, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory and brand standards.
• Led a team of 15 artwork professionals, overseeing delivery of 500+ artworks per month across multiple product lines.
• Reduced artwork errors and rework by strengthening QC processes and implementing structured preflight checks.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams including regulatory, supply chain, and external print vendors to ensure timely approvals and print readiness.
• Improved color consistency across packaging formats (offset cartons & flexo tubes) by transitioning artworks from CMYK to PMS, optimizing ink usage and reducing print variation.
• Mentored and guided team members, improving productivity, quality standards, and adherence to SOPs.
• Drove workflow standardization and supported automation initiatives using Adobe scripting and Esko tools, improving overall operational efficiency.

Sr. Repro Executive at SGS & Co. (2021-08 – 2022-02)

• Analyzed client-supplied and in-house design files for technical readiness.
• Checked colour accuracy, image resolution, bleed, and trapping before print.
• Created mechanical artworks from client visuals and approved proofs.
• Worked closely with brand and design teams for artwork validation and corrections.
• Supported process optimization and introduced improved QC steps.

Packaging Specialist at Express KCS (2016-07 – 2021-08)

• Reviewed, corrected, and finalized packaging artworks for print.
• Checked type thickness, alignment, and print feasibility for various substrates.
• Managed digital proof outputs and prepress documentation.
• Collaborated with internal designers and external printers for smooth delivery.

Graphic Technician (Pre-Press) at P.R. Packaging (2015-06 – 2016-07)

• Prepared and verified mechanical files for print production.
• Performed QC on colour separations, trapping, and bleed accuracy.
• Organized files according to SOPs and client-specific server structures.

Graphic Designer at Thomson Press (I) Ltd. (2011-06 – 2015-06)

• Designed and prepared artworks for publishing and packaging.
• Retouched and adapted visuals, ensuring compliance with print standards.

B.A. in Mathematics – Delhi University

XII – Govt. Vocational Sr. Sec. School

X – Saraswati Sr. Sec. School