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Packaging Designer
POSITION SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Design, develop, document, and manage packaging solutions for commercial foodservice equipment. This role applies knowledge of equipment design, packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and transportation methods to ensure products are protected, cost-effective, feasible to produce, and ready for shipment.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate with New Product Development engineering teams to understand equipment specifications and develop packaging solutions for all new products. Create mockups and prototypes for review, validation, and testing.
- Coordinate with production personnel and procurement to create, release, and maintain documentation for packaging items.
- Design packaging that accommodates the physical characteristics of a wide range of foodservice equipment.
- Ensure packaging designs meet applicable regulatory, safety, and customer requirements.
- Refine and manage processes for packaging items produced in-house.
- Select materials that balance durability, cost efficiency, and sustainability.
- Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to confirm packaging feasibility, quality, and manufacturability.
- Create and maintain documentation, including CAD drawings, material specifications, and compliance certifications.
- Stay current with packaging trends, technologies, materials, and regulatory updates.
- Complete CAD design and detailing work as directed by management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proficiency with CAD software, preferably PTC Creo.
- Strong understanding of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and environmental considerations.
- Strong understanding of structural design as it relates to packaging.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skills.
- Positive attitude and strong desire to learn.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
EDUCATIONAL OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Associate degree in Industrial Design, Packaging Design, Engineering, or a related field.
- 2 years of experience in packaging design.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $43,045 - $57,459