Packaging Designer

Mapei • Deerfield Beach, FL

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About The Position

Join MAPEI Corporation, a global leader in manufacturing construction chemicals and building materials — including adhesives, sealants, and specialty products used in flooring, tile, and concrete restoration. We are currently seeking a Packaging Designer to join our Marketing & Product Support team. This role is primarily responsible for designing and managing packaging projects across multiple brands, ensuring accuracy, quality, and alignment with corporate and secondary brand standards. The Packaging Designer will collaborate closely with Product Line Management, Purchasing, Operations, and external vendors to deliver high-quality packaging solutions across a diverse product portfolio.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree (AA) in Art, Design, or a related field, preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four to five (4–5) years of experience in packaging design, textbook layout, or desktop publishing.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to work in both Windows and Apple Mac environments.
• Familiarity with electronic proofing systems and digital production workflows.
• Ability to distinguish between zones of color, which is an essential function of the position.

Responsibilities

• Manage packaging design projects from layout through final approval, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
• Create packaging layouts and artwork in alignment with MAPEI corporate standards and applicable secondary brand guidelines.
• Review, approve, and route packaging proofs through the internal approval process.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Line Managers, Purchasing, Operations, and external vendors.
• Incorporate revisions and updates based on stakeholder feedback.
• Prepare final artwork for print production; review proofs and printed samples for accuracy and quality.
• Review vendor-produced packaging and coordinate corrective actions as needed prior to use.
• Partner with Purchasing and vendors to support packaging quality standards and attend press approvals when required.
• Maintain and support packaging design standards, documentation, and reference materials.
• Serve as a backup approver for packaging-related requests in the supervisor’s absence.
• Adhere to all MAPEI policies, safety rules, and work procedures.
• Perform assigned tasks in conformance with procedures and instructions established in the Business Management System (BMS) and in compliance with applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulatory requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary based on experience and qualifications.
• FREE medical insurance for employees or the option of a highly competitive medical plan with minimal employee contributions.
• 17 days of paid vacation and sick time annually (prorated in year one).
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% company matching.
• Excellent dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, and employer-paid life insurance.
• Free telemedicine physician services.
• Additional employee-focused benefits, including discounted home and auto insurance, supplemental life insurance, tuition reimbursement programs, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree