Packaging Designer

Design, develop, document, and manage packaging solutions for commercial food service equipment. This role applies knowledge of equipment design, packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and transportation methods to ensure products are protected, cost-effective, feasible to produce, and ready for shipment.

• Coordinate with New Product Development engineering teams to understand equipment specifications and develop packaging solutions for all new products. Create mockups and prototypes for review, validation, and testing.
• Coordinate with production personnel and procurement to create, release, and maintain documentation for packaging items.
• Design packaging that accommodates the physical characteristics of a wide range of food service equipment.
• Ensure packaging designs meet applicable regulatory, safety, and customer requirements.
• Refine and manage processes for packaging items produced in-house.
• Select materials that balance durability, cost efficiency, and sustainability.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to confirm packaging feasibility, quality, and manufacturability.
• Create and maintain documentation, including CAD drawings, material specifications, and compliance certifications.
• Stay current with packaging trends, technologies, materials, and regulatory updates.
• Complete CAD design and detailing work as directed by management.

• Proficiency with CAD software, preferably PTC Creo.
• Strong understanding of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and environmental considerations.
• Strong understanding of structural design as it relates to packaging.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skills.
• Positive attitude and strong desire to learn.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Associate degree in Industrial Design, Packaging Design, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in packaging design.

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