What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Designer position at Quality Packaging, Inc.?
Company Description
QPI is an integrated packaging solutions provider based in Fond du Lac, WI. With 39 years of experience, QPI offers a single-source platform for dynamic brands looking to lead in retail. The company focuses on sustainable practices and innovative solutions to drive growth and bridge the physical/digital consumer world.
Role Description
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented (Corrugated Point of Purchase) Packaging Designer to join our team. This is a full-time on-site role at Quality Packaging, Inc. The Packaging Designer This role focuses on designing and developing innovative POP displays and packaging solutions using corrugated materials. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural design, knowledge of industry standards, and experience with International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) testing procedures. Proficiency in Artios CAD, Artios 3D, and Adobe Creative Cloud is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop corrugated POP displays and packaging solutions to meet client specifications and project requirements.
- Create structural designs and dielines using Artios CAD and Artios 3D.
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to ensure designs are both functional and visually appealing.
- Integrate graphic elements using Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) to enhance POP designs.
- Operate a Kongsberg table to produce prototypes, mock-ups, and test samples for client presentations and internal evaluations.
- Coordinate ISTA transit testing with test lab to validate designs for durability and performance during shipping and handling.
- Work closely with production teams to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Communicate with clients to present design concepts, gather feedback, and make necessary revisions.
- Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and technologies to enhance design solutions.
- Maintain accurate records of design projects, including revisions, test results, and production specifications.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Packaging Engineering, or related field is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
- 3 years of experience in corrugated POP display design or structural packaging design.
- Proficiency in Artios CAD, Artios 3D, Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop), and experience with Kongsberg table operations.
- Experience working with Thermoform and folding carton (SBS) materials
- Experience with ISTA testing procedures and standards.
- Strong understanding of corrugated materials and manufacturing processes.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of sustainability practices in packaging design.
- Experience working in a manufacturing or packaging environment.
