
UX Packaging Designer: Sustainable, User-Centric Innovation
Compunnel Inc., Clark, NJ, United States
We are seeking a creative and consumer-focused Designer – UX Design Lab (Packaging Design) to join the North America team. This role plays a key part in shaping innovative, sustainable, and high-impact packaging experiences.
The ideal candidate will combine design creativity, consumer insights, and technical feasibility to deliver packaging solutions that enhance user experience, elevate brand desirability, and support sustainability goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Consumer-Centric Design
Analyze consumer behaviors, needs, and expectations
Design packaging solutions that enhance usability and overall experience
Creative & Aesthetic Excellence
Develop visually compelling packaging aligned with brand identity
Create designs that evoke emotion and elevate product desirability
Trend & Innovation
Stay updated on beauty, packaging, and market trends
Identify innovation opportunities through competitive analysis
Sustainability Focus
Explore eco-friendly materials and sustainable packaging solutions
Align designs with environmental and corporate sustainability goals
Technical Collaboration
Partner with engineers and product developers
Ensure designs are feasible, cost-effective, and manufacturable
Design Thinking & Workshops
Lead and participate in Design Thinking sessions and design sprints
Conduct co-creation workshops with consumers for innovation ideation
Prototyping & Development
Create and test prototypes using rapid prototyping tools
Collaborate with suppliers to explore new materials and technologies
Project Responsibilities:
Drive Research & Innovation (R&I) projects with engineering and lab teams
Support Packaging Lab innovations across multiple technical teams
Contribute to brand-led packaging innovation projects
Lead local UX design initiatives within global portfolios
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, R&I, Packaging, and Brand teams
Work with external partners such as design agencies and suppliers
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Design, Industrial Design, Packaging Design, or related field
Strong understanding of design thinking methodologies
Ability to translate consumer insights into actionable design solutions
Excellent collaboration and communication skills
Preferred Skills:
Experience in beauty, cosmetics, or consumer goods industry
Knowledge of sustainable materials and packaging innovations
Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, 3D tools)
Experience working with cross-functional global teams
Creativity and innovation mindset
Strong problem-solving ability
Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and execution excellence
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