Structural Designer

Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.About the CompanyChampion Container provides customers with premier corrugated cartons, packaging supplies and design expertise to fit their needs. Whether it's corrugated, packaging supplies, equipment, service or JIT/VMI programs, Champion has become a trusted one-stop-shop for customers since 1975.The Atlantic Packaging Group (APG) is a North American leader in sustainable packaging solutions, offering corrugated, decorative, recycling and paper bag products. Headquartered in Canada with U.S. operations, APG focuses on collaboration, innovation and strong customer partnerships. With 3,600+ employees, 80+ years in business and operates 20+ facilities across North America. Its Canadian operations include Atlantic Packaging Products (Ontario) and Mitchel Lincoln (Quebec), while its U.S. operations include York Container, Skybox Packaging, Standfast Group, BlackHawk Corrugated and Champion Container.Job Summary: Design custom corrugated displays and packaging utilizing industry knowledge and retailer requirements. Work closely with our sales team to determine and meet our customer needs. Support the production team throughout the manufacturing process.Essential Job Functions:Design product to meet customer needs and fit YC production capabilitiesCreate samples and mockups for customer approvalOperate a CAD program and automated drafting tableSecure quotes for outside fulfillment and digital printingCreate and maintain cad specificationsAttend Pre-Production meetings for new jobs as well as New Item meetingsSupport production press side during production operationsCreate TOPS documentation when requiredOther Functions:Order cutting dies for production Order print plates for productionCheck in all Tooling and verify against CAD and spec for accuracyReceive all Tooling into Amtech SystemAssign Die/Plate number to tooling and keep log.Transfer files to customers/ad agenciesMake sales calls and customer presentationsPerform various industry testing methods In addition to the functions listed above, the employee is expected to: exercise honesty, integrity and respect with all clients and co-workers, maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, demonstrate a positive attitude, communicate effectively with co-workers and clients, work with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail, maintain good attendance by working when and where directed, work safely in compliance with all safety policies, respect the work environment and keep it as neat and clean as possible, and exercise initiative to learn new skills and tasks and to help co-workers when possible. The employee is also expected to perform such other duties and functions as required and assigned from time to time.The Physical Requirements Checklist that specifies the physical demands for this job is attached and is incorporated into this description.Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree5 years' experience in the corrugated industryProficiency in the following computer software: Windows, Excel, Outlook, Artios, TOPSMechanically minded with the ability to trouble shoot and problem solveAbility to work within a team atmosphere on a project basisAbility to see and work in a 3d environment Good communication skills with both internal departments and external customersBasic math skillsMachines/Tools/Equipment:Windows based computer system, copy/fax, CAD program, CAD Table, various testing equipment, basic hand tools including dead blow hammer, knives, tape guns and hot glue gunsSafety: Employees are expected to follow all facility safety guidelines that include adhering to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Food Safety as outlined during their training.Working Conditions: Primarily an office environment with regular exposure to a loud manufacturing environment (Hearing protection required in many areas of the plant). xhyhwjd Occasional travel with sales team for customer presentations and customer production line trialsPay range and compensation packageSalary Range- $60,000- $80,000 depending on experience.