Michael Foods, Inc.

Senior Designer

Michael Foods, Inc.$70K — $98K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of professional graphic design experience.
  • Experience with CPG brands, especially in packaging design.
  • Strong knowledge of branding systems and their application across various mediums.
  • Proven ability to convert strategy into detailed, creative work.
  • Familiarity with photography direction and print production processes.
  • Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft tools.
  • Experience with AI design tools preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute packaging design for various CPG brands.
  • Translate creative briefs into effective design solutions using problem-solving skills.
  • Design for multiple channels, including packaging, social media, and promotional materials.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to align creative work with strategic goals.
  • Art direct food-oriented photoshoots with internal and external partners.
  • Maintain brand standards while fostering innovation in a regulated environment.
  • Present design concepts to stakeholders with confidence and clarity.
  • Manage multiple design projects ensuring timely high-quality delivery.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence the creative direction of iconic brands.
  • Work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary in-house creative studio.
  • Engage in diverse creative challenges while developing design skills.
  • Enjoy a hybrid work environment that supports both collaboration and flexibility.
Full Job Description
Location Description

Post Consumer Brands corporate headquarters in Lakeville, Minnesota, is about 20 miles south of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Lakeville has all the benefits of smaller town living with access to everything a large metropolitan area has to offer. Join more than 400 team members collaborating on the two-building campus to help put breakfast on the tables of millions of consumers in North America.

Responsibilities

About the Role

Post Consumer Brands is seeking a Senior Designer to join our in-house Studio a collaborative creative group responsible for building, supporting and promoting our portfolio of iconic brands including Pebbles, Honey Bunches of Oats, Kibbles n' Bits, and Nutrish. This role is ideal for a strategic, hands-on designer who excels at translating briefs into compelling, on-brand creative solutions across packaging and multiple marketing channels.

You'll partner closely with brand, media, and other cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality design that drives brand consistency, innovation, and impact in a fast-paced consumer environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and execute design for CPG brand packaging, ensuring visual excellence, shelf impact, and brand alignment across diverse portfolios.
  • Translate creative briefs and business objectives into thoughtful, effective design solutions using strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
  • Design for a variety of channels, including but not limited to:
    • Brand Packaging
    • Social media content
    • E-commerce assets
    • Sales and promotional materials (in-store, retail, shopper marketing, etc.)
  • Collaborate with brand managers, marketers, and other internal partners to ensure creative work supports strategic goals.
  • Art direct photoshoots for food and tabletop environments, both with our internal photo studio and with external partners.
  • Maintain and evolve brand standards while pushing creative innovation in a highly regulated CPG environment.
  • Present design concepts and rationale clearly and confidently to internal stakeholders.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering high-quality work on time.

Location: This role is based out of our Lakeville, MN office, with hybrid on site presence 3 days per week. #li-hybrid

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of professional graphic design experience.
  • Experience working with CPG brands, including hands-on packaging design and retail support.
  • Strong understanding of branding systems and how they translate across physical and digital touchpoints.
  • Proven ability to move from strategy to execution with attention to detail and creativity.
  • Familiarity with photography direction, production workflows, and print production for packaging.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft etc.)
  • Experience utilizing AI enabled design tools preferred.
  • Agency experience preferred but not required.


What Success Looks Like
  • Thoughtful, on-brand design solutions that solve business problems and elevate our brand portfolio.
  • Strong creative partnership with internal teams built on trust, clarity, and collaboration.
  • Consistent delivery of high-quality work across packaging and marketing channels.


Why you'll love it here
  • Big company opportunity, small company attitude - Work on iconic household brands with the ability to influence creative direction and see your work make a real impact.
  • In-house, multi-disciplinary creative studio - Own projects end-to-end while collaborating closely with brand, media, and cross-functional partners who value design as a strategic driver.
  • Room to grow and stretch your craft - Tackle a wide range of creative challenges across packaging, campaigns, and emerging channels while continuing to build your skills.
  • Hybrid flexibility with strong collaboration - Enjoy a Lakeville-based hybrid environment that balances in-person creative energy with flexibility.


The pay range for this position is $70,386 - $98,541 per year.

About Michael Foods, Inc.

Michael Foods is a leading producer and distributor of value-added food products. The company's products include egg products, refrigerated potato products, and cheese and dairy products. Michael Foods' egg products are used in a variety of food products, including baked goods, soups, sauces, and prepared meals. The company's potato products are used in a variety of food products, including mashed potatoes, hash browns, and potato pancakes. Michael Foods was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
Learn more about Michael Foods, Inc.
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1908

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