Packaging Designer

Pratt Industries • Bessemer, AL

36d

About The Position

Responsible for creating structural and graphic packaging ideas to assist Sales Representatives in sales promotions.

Requirements

• College education or heavy college coursework in the field of computers, CAD, graphics, and drafting, or applicable work experience.
• Good communicator with customers and sales staff.
• Knowledge of Artios CAD, Kongsberg CAD Table, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Programs, Studio or similar programs.
• Experience with Windows, MAC and Microsoft Office programs.
• Drafting education or experience.
• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.
• The individual must have a working knowledge of the following:
• Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Product layouts and production specifications
• Product quality specifications
• Quality standards

Responsibilities

• Discuss packaging or display projects with our sales representatives, create and execute designs using Artios CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D renderings programs all dependent on each project-required needs.
• Knowledge of and comfort using Windows/MAC software for all design programs.
• Make samples on Kongsberg CAD table or cut samples by hand.
• Produce packaging prototypes.
• Formulate and communicate ideas for new artwork/structure analyzing customer needs and production feasibility.
• Manage projects for the Automobile segment to include but not limited to:
• Creative designs to meet the end customer needs.
• Be the primary point of contact as it relates to projects and designs from development, to costing, to production for the segment.
• Interface with other departments concerning the development, design, manufacturing and assembly of our packaging offering.
• Interface with Segment Lead Designer to develop the needed skills to become self-sufficient in the creation to implementation of all projects for the segment.
• Have knowledge of various printing equipment and printing processes.
• Assist tooling coordinator (or Purchasing Manager) to ensure tooling is ordered properly and master print card/CAD specs are provided in a timely fashion.
• Handle various art-related projects for inter company management.
• Record keeping and filing of specifications.
• Meet time schedules on projects with possible overtime involved.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Additional duties may be assigned by Sales Manager

Benefits

• Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees