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Berlin Packaging L.L.C.

Industrial Designer

Berlin Packaging L.L.C., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Berlin Packaging is the premier supplier of rigid packaging. With over $3 billion in revenue, we grow 5x faster than the overall packaging industry. Chances are you enjoy products supplied by Berlin Packaging every day! We serve virtually every end market: automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and cannabis. Combine that with our “Anything is Possible” mindset and our winning culture, our 2,000+ employees agree, we love it here. Our engagement scores are 2x the national average. And every single employee shares in Berlin’s profitable growth. Since 1898, our 100+ year-old company has grown 5x faster than our industry.

Are you up for the opportunity of a lifetime? If so, we are seeking an

Industrial Designer for Studio111

who will contribute to the creation and development of packaging and product solutions that balance brand expression, consumer experience, and manufacturability. Works with increasing independence, managing smaller projects and collaborating with Design Directors, Principals, and cross-functional partners to bring ideas from concept to commercialization.

Key Accountabilities

Develop and refine packaging concepts through research, sketching, CAD modeling, and visualization.

Translate creative direction into manufacturable solutions that meet aesthetic, functional, and cost objectives.

Manage small- to mid-scale projects with limited supervision, balancing brand, functionality, manufacturability, and business needs.

Steward designs through commercialization, maintaining intent from concept through production.

Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Design Directors to ensure quality and alignment of deliverables.

Participate in critiques and Studio initiatives to strengthen design quality and workflow efficiency.

Mentor junior designers and interns through feedback and peer coaching.

Model Berlin’s “Anything Is Possible” attitude and positively represent Studio One Eleven in all customer and cross-functional interactions.

Fulfill employee portion of the “Berlin Values.”

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

BS/BFA in Industrial Design, Product Design, or Packaging Engineering.

3–5 years’ experience in a corporate design department or design consultancy.

Strong visualization and storytelling ability through sketching, rendering, and presentation.

Proficiency in SolidWorks (or equivalent parametric CAD) and KeyShot for modeling and rendering.

Advanced working knowledge of Sketchbook Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.

Understanding of rigid packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and CMF application.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to shifting priorities.

Effective written and verbal communication skills, including client-facing presentations.

Working knowledge of MS Office suite.

Ability to travel as needed.

Design Studio at our Corporate Headquarters currently located at 525 W. Monroe Street with plans to move to the Merchandise Mart in 2026.

IL Base Pay Range

$70,000 - $80,000 USD

Berlin Packaging offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including:

Competitive PTO including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick time

Berlin Shared Ownership Plan

Profit sharing

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses

Vision insurance options

Paid parental leave for up to 12 weeks

529 college savings plan

Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being

Calm app to improve mental wellbeing

Employee referral program

Company sponsored life insurance with optional voluntary life insurance

Company sponsored short- and long-term disability

Equal Employment Opportunity Berlin Packaging provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Culture and Application Information Visit our Careers page for more information on our Anything is Possible culture and Total Rewards offerings.

*This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Our team operates within a hybrid work environment. Are you able to commit to working onsite at our Chicago Corporate Headquarters three days a week? We are currently located at 525 W. Monroe St with plans to relocate to the Merchandise Mart in 2026.

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