Structural Designer I

International Paper•Fond du Lac, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Structural Designer I creates and develops quality package designs, specifications, and prototypes to support Account Managers in sales promotions. The role investigates and obtains the data needed to develop designs and is located at the Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin box plant. The designer discusses projects with Sales representatives, selects and draws appropriate designs, and develops new or improved design ideas by analyzing customer needs and production feasibility. Using computer-aided design software, the designer creates samples and processes them on the cutting table. The role also requires knowledge of production machine capabilities to help develop design specifications, assisting Customer Service with print plate and die orders, and resolving Customer Service questions regarding data entry.

Requirements

Associate degree through four-year degree with an emphasis in computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting, or applicable work experience.
Competent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the corrugated packaging industry is preferred.
Preferred competencies: Customer Focus, Action Oriented, Functional/Technical Skills, and Learning on the Fly.

Responsibilities

Create and develop package designs, specifications, and prototypes to assist Account Managers with sales promotions.
Investigate and obtain the data required to develop designs.
Discuss design projects with Sales representatives, select appropriate designs, and draw them.
Develop and communicate ideas for new or improved designs based on customer needs and production feasibility.
Use computer-aided design software to create samples and process samples on the cutting table.
Use knowledge of production machine capabilities to assist in developing design specifications.
Assist Customer Service with proper print plate and die ordering.
Resolve Customer Service questions regarding data entry.