Packaging Structural Design Spec 2

About the Position

Packaging Structural Design Spec 2

Participates in the design phase of a project beginning with analysis of the objectives, creative structural design and engineering of working prototypes, and on into production while meeting all manufacturing criteria and customer expectations. Provides visual solutions for packaging, advertising, and sales support needs by creating designs and copy layouts.

Responsibilities

• Assesses information provided by the customer, Sales Department, and Project Manager and translates it into creative structural design solutions, considering visual and structural integrity and cost-effective manufacturability and assembly.
• Obtains approval of concept by submitting ideas to the team for approval and critique.
• Designs and produces visual communication in a variety of formats and materials, including structural prototypes of packaging, product mock-ups, three-dimensional drawings, photographs, illustrative renderings, technical drawings, and assembly instructions.
• Prepares finished digital art by color and digital high-resolution images and files.
• Manages and disseminates information, prototypes, and electronic files through the entire design process into production, assembly, and placement.
• Completes projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art services, printers, etc.
• Enhances existing concepts or designs.
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the role with 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to solve somewhat more complex problems by analyzing variables and applying appropriate solutions learned through experience and proficiency in understanding the job. Must be able to recognize anomalies and critical situations and respond appropriately.
• Must be able to communicate and interact with a variety of internal/external customers and/or co-workers at a level of detail required to resolve issues of moderate complexity.
• Must have very good knowledge of manufacturing equipment, processes, and capabilities.
• Must have very good knowledge of packaging software with proficiency in AutoCAD, Quark Express, Freehand, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator, as well as very good knowledge of prototyping equipment.

We Offer

• Competitive salary range: USD 68,500 - USD 106,900 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages.
• Opportunities for professional development, parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

About the Company

RRD

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and worldwide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. We value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.