At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop innovative packaging solutions that wow customers.
- Company: Join a leading packaging and print organisation with a creative vibe.
- Benefits: Enjoy ongoing training, a collaborative environment, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Work on diverse projects and contribute to a market leader's success.
- Why this job: Make your mark in packaging design and bring products to life.
- Qualifications: Experience in packaging design, CAD software, and strong creative skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Structural Packaging Designer to join a successful and innovative packaging and print organisation. Reporting to the Studio Manager, you will be working within a Product Development team, playing a key role in designing, developing and enhancing creative packaging and promotional formats that deliver commercial value and meet customer requirements. This position is ideal for a creative cardboard engineer with a strong technical background in packaging design, CAD software, and print production processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop innovative packaging, promotional and direct mail formats.
- Create and enhance existing structural designs to maximise creativity, functionality and commercial value.
- Produce die-cut layouts, cutter guides and production print layouts for live projects.
- Create samples and prototypes for internal teams and customers.
- Support customers by providing technical advice and artwork guidance throughout the production process.
- Review and assess customer-supplied artwork, recommending amendments where required.
- Liaise closely with sales, commercial, production and product development teams to ensure designs are production-ready.
- Conduct production feasibility and format health checks to support accurate project costing and manufacture.
- Develop concept ranges and presentation samples for customer proposals.
- Present format concepts and design solutions directly to customers when required.
- Maintain and contribute to an extensive format library and design database.
- Ensure all work is completed in line with company procedures, quality standards and health & safety requirements.
About You
- Previous experience in packaging design and cardboard engineering.
- Strong knowledge of packaging, promotional print and direct mail formats.
- Experience using CAD software, ideally Kasemake.
- Experience with plotter/CAM outputs.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
- Understanding of print production, reprographics and packaging manufacturing processes.
- Excellent creative, technical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work directly with customers and internal stakeholders.
- A proactive and innovative approach to design development.
What’s on Offer
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of packaging and promotional projects.
- Collaborative and creative working environment.
- Exposure to innovative product development initiatives.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Chance to contribute directly to the growth and success of a market-leading organisation.
If you have a passion for structural packaging design, cardboard engineering and developing creative solutions that bring products to life, we’d love to hear from you.
Structural Packaging Designer - East Midlands - Highly Attractive / DOE employer: Harrison Scott Associates
Join a dynamic and innovative packaging and print organisation in the East Midlands, where creativity meets functionality. As a Structural Packaging Designer, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment that values your expertise and offers ongoing training and professional development opportunities. With a focus on diverse projects and direct contributions to the company's success, this role provides a unique chance to grow within a market-leading team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of packaging design.
