Packaging Designer Job at Risus Talent Partners in Collingswood

PACKAGING DESIGNER JOB DESCRIPTION

Salary: 80-105k

Location: Pennsauken, NJ (On-site M-F 8-5)

Mission of the Role (What you will be doing)

The Packaging Designer lays an essential role in designing displays, and packaging that protects and showcases customers products. From ideation to creation, the Packaging Designer works closely with salespeople, customer service and the customer to create innovative designs, and modify existing corrugated packaging using CAD and other technologies and their knowledge of structural design.

Key Duties & Accountabilities (Primary responsibilities & quantifiable measurements)

Use CAD equipment and software to develop packaging designs

Create and revise production drawings (detail and assembly drawings)

Utilizes knowledge of various machines, mathematics, materials and other physical sciences to complete drawings

Drafts detailed multi-view drawings of products

Responsible for setting up, maintaining and organizing file system for designs

Communicate with Sales, Customer Service, Purchasing and Manufacturing regarding new and revised prints

Maintains database regarding design changes

Process short order production runs

Meet with both internal and external clients to discuss viability and paths forward on projects

Essential Functions (Essential/secondary functions that support the primary responsibilities)

The ability to adhere to and abide by detailed procedures

Maintain a clean and organized work environment

Facilitate new item set up including tapoffs, proof approval etc.

Excel in a fast paced ever changing work environment

Maintain thorough customer records

Organizational Core Values (Behaviors and values that are essential to be successful in our environment)

Customer service begins inside - We serve our colleagues with excellence so we can serve our customers with excellence

Get it right the first time - We are reliable, thorough, practice active listening and pay attention to detail to ensure the best results

Philosophy of velocity - Our responsiveness and speed to market give us the competitive edge

Personalized Service - We go beyond what the customer expects, understand what they are going through, and anticipate their needs to make their interaction with us the best experience of their day

Act like an owner - We are empowered to protect, cultivate and grow our business responsibly

We cant stop learning - We know our stuff, embrace change and relish feedback

Educational/Training Requirements/Experience (What your background should look like)

Bachelors degree design or related field preferred

Experience in corrugated packaging design or related field preferred

Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator

Understanding of marketing, production, product packaging

Experience in computer-aided design

Minimum Skills, Knowledge & Ability Requirements

A basic understanding of design principals and drafting techniques

Knowledge of ISO 9001

Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize tasks

Demonstrated initiative in personal professional development

Attention to detail and accuracy

Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

Ability to communicate effectively in writing, verbally over the phone, and in person, at our own site and at customer or 3rd party sites

Maintain regular and punctual attendance