Johnna Imel
About Johnna Imel
Johnna Imel serves as the Onsite Graphics Production Coordinator at Smithfield Foods, where she has worked since 2017. With a background in packaging graphics and business development, she has held various roles in companies such as Sara Lee and Dixie Graphics, focusing on enhancing teamwork and optimizing packaging processes.
Work at COHO Creative
Johnna Imel serves as the Onsite Graphics Production Coordinator at Smithfield Foods through her role at Coho Creative. She has been in this position since 2017, contributing to the Greater Chicago Area. In her role, she focuses on facilitating collaboration among various departments to streamline packaging processes and enhance overall efficiency.
Previous Experience in Packaging and Graphics
Prior to her current role, Johnna Imel held several positions in the packaging and graphics industry. She worked at Sara Lee from 2005 to 2012, where she progressed from Packaging Graphics Coordinator to Packaging Design Manager. She also served as Bakery Team Lead Packaging Graphics Coordinator in the marketing department. Additionally, she worked at Dixie Graphics as Business Development/Special Projects Manager and Account Services Director between 2013 and 2015.
Education and Expertise
Johnna Imel studied at Bard College from 1985 to 1987. She also attended The Hun School of Princeton, where she achieved her diploma. Her education has provided her with a solid foundation for her career in packaging and graphics, where she specializes in cross-functional teamwork and process optimization.
Specialization in Cross-Functional Collaboration
Johnna Imel specializes in breaking down silos between departments such as Marketing, Designers, Prepress, and Printers. Her approach aims to enhance teamwork and improve communication among in-house cross-functional teams. She focuses on maximizing the benefits of packaging life-cycle management to reduce costs and accelerate market entry.
Continuous Improvement in Packaging Processes
Johnna Imel is dedicated to the continuous improvement of packaging business processes. She emphasizes optimizing efficiency within the packaging lifecycle, which contributes to better resource management and streamlined operations in her roles.