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General Information

Job ID
ATR36837
Posting Job Title
Structural Packaging Designer
Locations
NJ S Plainfield
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
06-Mar-2024
Relocation Support
Yes

Description & Requirements

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to more fiber-based packaging forward.

Career Opportunity

The Structural Packaging Designer has responsibility for contributing to and supporting the efforts of the Design team within the Healthcare & Global Adherence design team. He/She will work directly with design colleagues to support new sales, customer, and business development opportunities. While gaining an understanding of business objectives, technical processes, and manufacturing requirements, he/she will construct 2D structural designs and prototypes as a Packaging Designer, you will have the opportunity to influence change and make an impact in the Consumer and Healthcare industry.
 
How You Make An Impact

  • Creation of market ready structural designs that address the needs of our Customers.
  • Support of prototyping processes by producing structural designs suitable to share with customers. This will include use of tools such as plotter tables, 3D printers, and direct to substrate printers.
  • Design and format presentation materials (collateral) that create compelling visualize imagery which clearly communicates the design intent, while adhering to the WestRock brand standards.
  • With direction and guidance, execute the team’s creative vision by producing prototypes or renders that will be used in packaging layouts and presentations.
  • Support the execution of packaging concepts through phases of testing and into a market launch.
  • Supporting our end markets at all Consumer and Healthcare locations with a specific focus on NJ facility.


What You Need To Succeed

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design or equivalent
  • Proficient knowledge of ArtiosCAD (or similar)
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
  • Creating customer protoypes
  • Initiative, strong attention to detail and a positive attitude
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to apply learnings of manufacturing processes and procedures throughout all phases of the design process.
  • A strong willingness to deliver work at the highest level of creative and technical execution.
  • Preferred skills: Packaging design. An understanding of secondary packaging materials, manufacturing processes and procedures.
  • Willingness to travel on an as needed basis.
  • Online portfolio or PDF demonstrating your experience, creative process, and capabilities.

What we offer:

  • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
  • An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
  • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

 

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.