JEM INTERNATIONAL, INC. is hiring: Packaging Designer in Edison

We are looking for a highly skilled and fast-moving Packaging Designer to join our team and lead packaging development across our home product categories. This role is hands‑on and execution-focused — you will be responsible for creating packaging from concept through production while working directly with overseas factories to ensure accuracy, speed, and quality. Key Responsibilities Design and develop packaging for: Boxes (retail + PDQ/display) Belly bands Inserts and header cards Create dielines from scratch (no templates) Understand product dimensions, folding structures, and material constraints Ensure packaging is production‑ready before factory sampling Work directly with overseas factories (primarily China) Communicate daily to resolve dieline and packaging issues Review factory files, mockups, and pre‑production samples Ensure accuracy before samples are shipped to the U.S.Prepare print‑ready files for mass production Bleeds, trims, safety margins Material callouts and finishes (matte, gloss, foil, emboss, etc.) Manage multiple SKUs simultaneously with fast turnaround times Collaborate with internal teams on branding, product development, and timelines Requirements Proven experience in packaging design for physical products (home goods preferred) Strong expertise in: Dieline creation (from scratch) Print production and packaging structures Proficiency in: Adobe Illustrator (required) Experience working with overseas manufacturers Able to troubleshoot factory issues quickly Strong understanding of: Ability to work fast, accurately, and independently What We’re Looking For Someone who moves quickly and gets things done Detail‑obsessed — nothing slips through the cracks Understands that packaging must work in real life, not just look good Comfortable owning projects from start to finish without hand‑holding Bonus Skills (Preferred) Experience with private label retail packaging Knowledge of PDQ displays and club pack formats Product photography or mockup rendering (KeyShot or similar) Experience working in high‑volume SKU environments Why Join Us Direct impact on products sold at major retailers Opportunity to own packaging across multiple brands and categories #J-18808-Ljbffr