Want to join a team where you’re genuinely valued, listened to, and supported to develop your skills?

At Gavin Watson, we’re a family-owned, Blantyre based business that’s built on quality, trust, and people. We specialise in high-quality label and packaging printing – and we’re proud of what we do. We’re agile, adaptable, and big on creating a workplace that works for our team, not just the other way around.

The Role
We are looking for a talented and detail-oriented Creative Designer / Artworker with proven experience in box packaging and label design to join our growing team. This role combines creative design with precise artwork production, ensuring packaging concepts are translated into accurate, print-ready files.
You will work closely with our design, production, and client teams to develop visually engaging and technically correct packaging solutions across a range of products and industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Design creative packaging concepts for labels, box and carton packaging
• Prepare accurate, print-ready artwork in line with production specifications
• Work with dielines, cutters, folds, and packaging templates
• Adapt existing designs across multiple SKUs and product ranges
• Ensure artwork meets brand guidelines and print requirements
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to refine packaging designs
• Manage amends and version control for artwork files
• Prepare files for litho, flexo, or digital print processes
• Ensure all artwork is compliant with packaging regulations where required

Skills & Experience

• 2+ years experience in packaging design, ideally box/carton packaging
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
• Experience working with dielines and print specifications
• Excellent attention to detail and file organisation
• Understanding of print processes and colour management
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Gavin Watson?

• We’re family-owned and proud of it – no corporate nonsense here
• You’re a name, not a number – we listen, we care, and we’ve got your back
• We support growth – if you want to expand your skills, we’ll help you get there
• Flexible and understanding – we get that life isn’t one-size-fits-all
• Steady, long-term work – we’ve been going strong for a long time
• Great team atmosphere – friendly faces, regular laughs, and a no-drama environment

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career growth
• Creative and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to a variety of brands and packaging projects

If you want to be part of a company that actually values its people, we want to hear from you.
Sound like your kind of place? Send your CV or a quick intro to tom@gt4.co.uk or call in confidence 01698 826000