Corrugated Packaging Specialist

Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd.•Brampton, ON

10h

About The Position

At Atlantic Packaging, every box tells a story and yours begins here. As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry with operations within North America (Ontario, Quebec and United States), we’re committed to sustainability, customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945, we’ve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. At Atlantic, your ideas matter, your growth is supported and your work makes a real impact. We are seeking a Corrugated Packaging Specialist to join our team. The Corrugated Packaging Specialist reports to the Corrugated Structural Manager, the successful candidate is responsible for the development of corrugated products which supports the effective use of machine assets both at Atlantic Packaging and its client base. Deep hands-on experience in structural packaging is key. Corrugated Packaging Specialist works well in a group and individually to create the design of complex corrugated products, provide alternative and / or alternative suggestions. This role requires a strong balance of creativity, technical expertise, and operational knowledge to ensure designs are production-ready and optimized for both protection and presentation.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in structural packaging design, preferably with corrugated products
Advanced proficiency in CAD table operations and experience with Esko-enabled cutting/prototyping tables (Kongsberg preferred)
Strong working knowledge of ArtiosCAD or equivalent Esko software
Proven ability to design production-ready prototypes and dyelines, optimized for digital corrugated and mid to high volume production
Understanding of structural engineering principles for corrugated products; distribution, product retention, and assembly efficiency (automatic and / or manual)
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Knowledge of Microsoft products is a benefit

Nice To Haves

Background in premium packaging or other corrugated related fields are an asset
Experience in presenting design solutions to clients an asset
Knowledge of advanced material considerations is an asset

Responsibilities

Support the design of structural packaging and complex corrugated boxes, trays and other die-cut items / elements
Develop intricate dyelines optimized for Esko-enabled digital cutting and prototyping tables (Kongsberg preferred)
Prototype, test, and refine packaging structures independently to ensure fit, function, and manufacturability
Collaborate closely with Production, Sales, Estimating, and Technical teams to align designs with board combinations, assembly, and production constraints
Support the design team with guidance on best practices and ensure design quality across projects
Stay current on packaging trends, materials, and technologies to innovate solutions