Packaging Designer

Location: Stillington

Wolviston Management Services are delighted to be supporting our client in the appointment of a talented Packaging Designer, joining a forward-thinking team developing high-quality thermoformed packaging solutions.
This is an excellent opportunity for a creative, technically strong designer who enjoys taking ownership of projects from concept through to production, while contributing hands-on support with CNC machining and prototype sampling when required.
 
About the Role
You'll play a key part in the full design and development process for rigid thermoformed packaging — turning customer concepts into production-ready tooling using leading CAD/CAM and visualisation software.
Working closely with engineering, tooling and production teams, you'll ensure designs are accurate, manufacturable and aligned with customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities
 
Create and develop thermoformed packaging concepts in line with customer briefs and manufacturing capability.
Produce detailed 3D models and technical drawings using Solid Works.
Generate toolpaths and CNC machining programmes using Powermill.
Produce high-quality visual renders and presentation material using Key Shot and Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
Support CNC setup and prototype sampling as required, including holiday cover.
Maintain accurate documentation, version control and project records throughout each development cycle.  Skills & Experience
We're keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:
 
Proven experience in rigid packaging design, ideally thermoforming.
Strong capability in Solid Works for modelling and drafting.
Working knowledge of Powermill for toolpath generation and CNC programming.

Experience with Key Shot and Adobe Creative Cloud for visualisation and presentation.
Good understanding of manufacturing processes — thermoforming, CNC machining and toolmaking.
Ability to manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail and clear communication.
A practical, hands-on approach and the confidence to work across design and prototype activities.  Desirable
 
Experience in prototype development and machine setup.
Knowledge of polymer materials and behaviour.
A strong problem-solving mindset with an innovative approach