Senior Structural Designer

Position Overview

• Design POP displays from conception to completion.

• Design projects by analyzing customer specifications/requirements, for example, structural and material recommendations, testing prototypes, and creating preliminary instruction sheets.

• Determine optimal production by preparing printer and die layout, creating instructions sheets and carton pack-outs for final display.

• Exhibits an advanced understanding and problem-solving skills relating to display complexity, ease of assembly, and ease of production.

• Effectively communicate complete and accurate details to individual departments and liaison between the departments and clients.

• Receive, respond, and solve internal and external inquiries and/or complaints.

• Interact with the manufacturing process and complete quality checks from concept to final output.

• Able to work independently and in a team environment.

• Ability to work directly with sales and the customer, if needed.

• Works with Creative Director to train and support interns and new hires.

• Can administer the Creative department during the Directors vacation or as needed.

• Assist in maintaining a complete photo library of white samples and production samples of displays.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.
• Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
• Confer with clients and Sales representatives to discuss and review customer requirements.
• Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations and determine capability with equipment we sell.
• Review final layouts, give approval, explain, demonstrate and suggest improvements to clients and Sales Representatives as needed.
• Use computer software to generate new images and customize to meet division needs.
• Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products.
• Research new software or design concepts.
• Provide training and on going guidance to staff members, developing employee potential.
• Evaluate, program, and purchase equipment used in the department to develop products and services.

Qualifications

Education: College degree in related field

Experience: 7+ years as corrugate structural designer

Programs Needed:

• Artois CAD

• Illustrator

• Photoshop

Preferred Ability:

• Ability to hand draw

• Ability to use Solidworks and 3D rendering software

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, company matching 401(k) and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information about Green Bay Packaging Inc., visit gbp.com.

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