Graphic Packaging International
Packaging Designer I (Mfg. Design)
Graphic Packaging International, Concord, New Hampshire, United States, 03306
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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.
With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.
A World of Difference. Made Possible.
Scope
We have an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated self-starter for the position of Manufacturing Designer I. This position requires hands-on Manufacturing Design process execution (Layout, Programming, and Tooling Ordering) in a team-based environment. This position's responsibilities include effectively and efficiently maintaining the schedule, meeting internal and external customer needs, expectations, and requirements; as well as confronting complex processes and technical challenges requiring direct involvement, understanding, and support to reach resolution.
Mission
The mission of the Innovation and Design (I&D) organization is to bring forth new packaging solutions through creative structural and manufacturing design, working collaboratively with our internal graphic designers, machinery and systems engineers, business development team members, market and product managers, manufacturing and quality assurance personnel, key supplier partners and ultimately interfacing with customers to understand their unmet needs, consumer unmet needs, and marketing objectives.
The Manufacturing Design (MD) team, within Innovation and Design, is responsible for translating final paperboard carton specifications into production-ready cutting tooling used by GPI converting facilities to produce finished paperboard cartons that meet customer needs, expectations, and requirements. The translation of specifications into tooling encompasses Layout, Programming, and Tooling Ordering processes and procedures utilizing both ArtiosCAD and SAP software applications.
Responsibilities
include but are not limited to the following.
Manufacturing Design and Software use:Actively monitor, maintain, and control work schedule and back-log (Layout Requests, Programming, Tooling Requests, etc.)Full understanding and utilization of the Artios CAD system to execute Manufacturing Design tasks to required specifications for plants assigned (die layouts, die design, programming of phenolics and steel counters, etc.)Fully apply all GPI plant specifications during Tooling Design process for responsible plantsSupport and resolve carton structure design and production tooling-related issues and inquiries involving both external and internal resourcesUses 2D and 3D conceptualization techniquesTooling Ordering
Quote all tooling, order tooling and support the plant in tooling purchases accurately and efficientlyReview tooling orders and necessity based on tooling library and provide cost savings solutionsAssist the plants in maintaining their tooling budgetsTeamwork and Coordination of Tooling
Effectively interface and interact with internal customers, stakeholders, peers, and co-workers to resolve issues in a timely fashionComplete Tooling Design projects while fully coordinating with sales, customer service, structural design, capacity planning, graphics, and carton converting groups as requiredIn-depth interaction with plant representatives during the tooling design and order process.Continuous Improvement and Project Management
Identify and help develop Continuous Improvement initiativesAssist in the development and modification of manufacturing design standards, tools, processes and training materialsAssist in the development & apply manufacturing design related documentation, process detail, specifications, and intellectual property protection processesActively participate in, and contribute to, local Culture Development ideas, initiatives, and activitiesSearch out cost saving initiativesTechnical Skills
Must be certified in at least two processes - Layout, Programing and/or Tooling OrderingSkill Development and Learning
Actively participate in employee certification and re-certification activitiesOther
Others, as assignedSkills and Experience
Required
Dynamic, flexible, and personable team player with the ability to participate in team activities to achieve desired resultsEffective time management and project management skillsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and meet short deadlinesAbility to effectively communicate at all levels within the organizationAbility to work independently while supporting team goals and objectivesAbility to apply initiative and exercise good judgment when making timely decisions based on data, facts, and experienceGood technical and analytical skillsStrong visual (2D and 3D) skills, communications, conceptual skills, attention to detail, design sensitivity as well as mechanical aptitude.Highly detail-oriented and focusedWillingness to learn and to be trainedSolid math skillsSolid computer skillsHigh Proficiency with computer systems: MS-Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)High School Diploma or GEDHighly preferred
College degree or equivalent professional experienceHigh-level of mechanical knowledge and aptitude for die cutting, production tooling design, finishing processes, and graphics layoutPrior demonstrated experience (0-2 years) within the paperboard carton industryWorking knowledge of paperboard substratesWorking knowledge of carton structural designWorking knowledge of tooling designWorking knowledge of cutting equipmentPrior experience with ArtiosCAD and SAPAny level of LEAN / Six Sigma education and experience
This Job Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties, as assigned by immediate manager and other management personnel.
Pay Range:
$40,200.00
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$50,200.00
Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.
At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.
With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.
A World of Difference. Made Possible.
Scope
We have an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated self-starter for the position of Manufacturing Designer I. This position requires hands-on Manufacturing Design process execution (Layout, Programming, and Tooling Ordering) in a team-based environment. This position's responsibilities include effectively and efficiently maintaining the schedule, meeting internal and external customer needs, expectations, and requirements; as well as confronting complex processes and technical challenges requiring direct involvement, understanding, and support to reach resolution.
Mission
The mission of the Innovation and Design (I&D) organization is to bring forth new packaging solutions through creative structural and manufacturing design, working collaboratively with our internal graphic designers, machinery and systems engineers, business development team members, market and product managers, manufacturing and quality assurance personnel, key supplier partners and ultimately interfacing with customers to understand their unmet needs, consumer unmet needs, and marketing objectives.
The Manufacturing Design (MD) team, within Innovation and Design, is responsible for translating final paperboard carton specifications into production-ready cutting tooling used by GPI converting facilities to produce finished paperboard cartons that meet customer needs, expectations, and requirements. The translation of specifications into tooling encompasses Layout, Programming, and Tooling Ordering processes and procedures utilizing both ArtiosCAD and SAP software applications.
Responsibilities
include but are not limited to the following.
Manufacturing Design and Software use:Actively monitor, maintain, and control work schedule and back-log (Layout Requests, Programming, Tooling Requests, etc.)Full understanding and utilization of the Artios CAD system to execute Manufacturing Design tasks to required specifications for plants assigned (die layouts, die design, programming of phenolics and steel counters, etc.)Fully apply all GPI plant specifications during Tooling Design process for responsible plantsSupport and resolve carton structure design and production tooling-related issues and inquiries involving both external and internal resourcesUses 2D and 3D conceptualization techniquesTooling Ordering
Quote all tooling, order tooling and support the plant in tooling purchases accurately and efficientlyReview tooling orders and necessity based on tooling library and provide cost savings solutionsAssist the plants in maintaining their tooling budgetsTeamwork and Coordination of Tooling
Effectively interface and interact with internal customers, stakeholders, peers, and co-workers to resolve issues in a timely fashionComplete Tooling Design projects while fully coordinating with sales, customer service, structural design, capacity planning, graphics, and carton converting groups as requiredIn-depth interaction with plant representatives during the tooling design and order process.Continuous Improvement and Project Management
Identify and help develop Continuous Improvement initiativesAssist in the development and modification of manufacturing design standards, tools, processes and training materialsAssist in the development & apply manufacturing design related documentation, process detail, specifications, and intellectual property protection processesActively participate in, and contribute to, local Culture Development ideas, initiatives, and activitiesSearch out cost saving initiativesTechnical Skills
Must be certified in at least two processes - Layout, Programing and/or Tooling OrderingSkill Development and Learning
Actively participate in employee certification and re-certification activitiesOther
Others, as assignedSkills and Experience
Required
Dynamic, flexible, and personable team player with the ability to participate in team activities to achieve desired resultsEffective time management and project management skillsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and meet short deadlinesAbility to effectively communicate at all levels within the organizationAbility to work independently while supporting team goals and objectivesAbility to apply initiative and exercise good judgment when making timely decisions based on data, facts, and experienceGood technical and analytical skillsStrong visual (2D and 3D) skills, communications, conceptual skills, attention to detail, design sensitivity as well as mechanical aptitude.Highly detail-oriented and focusedWillingness to learn and to be trainedSolid math skillsSolid computer skillsHigh Proficiency with computer systems: MS-Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)High School Diploma or GEDHighly preferred
College degree or equivalent professional experienceHigh-level of mechanical knowledge and aptitude for die cutting, production tooling design, finishing processes, and graphics layoutPrior demonstrated experience (0-2 years) within the paperboard carton industryWorking knowledge of paperboard substratesWorking knowledge of carton structural designWorking knowledge of tooling designWorking knowledge of cutting equipmentPrior experience with ArtiosCAD and SAPAny level of LEAN / Six Sigma education and experience
This Job Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties, as assigned by immediate manager and other management personnel.
Pay Range:
$40,200.00
-
$50,200.00
Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.