smartdept. is searching for a Structural Designer for a packaging companylocated in Kansas City MO. The ideal candidate will come with 13 years of experience in packaging design. This is a full-time onsite opportunity with occasional remote flexibility.
The Structural Designer develops packaging and display solutions that meet the needs of both customers and retailers. This role determines the physical form and technical specifications for projects from concept through final execution with a primary focus on corrugated materials. Designers balance structural integrity manufacturing efficiency end-user experience and retail visual appeal while working closely with sales project management graphics and production teams.
Collaborate closely with Sales and Project Management teams to execute customer design requests
Develop structural designs for new packaging and display concepts
Optimize customer-provided dielines to ensure they meet manufacturing standards
Develop and maintain CAD files within ArtiosCAD and WebCenter
Design packaging for distribution and retail environments while considering retailer style guides and shopper experience
Set specifications that support manufacturability and machine efficiency
Utilize palletization software (CAPE) to develop pallet guides
Partner with Production teams on technical specifications and machine routing
Work with Graphics teams to develop 3D renderings and prepare dielines for artwork setup
Create and ship physical samples during the design development phase
Education/Experience:
Bachelors Degree in Graphic Design Visual Communication Design Industrial Design or Packaging Engineering
13 years of experience in packaging design
Experience using Esko ArtiosCAD or other CAD software
Nice-to-Have Skills:
Corrugated industry experience
Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Office programs
Experience with Esko WebCenter and Encore (project management software)
Basic understanding of print terminology
Required Experience:
IC
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