smartdept. inc. is hiring: Packaging Structure Designer in Kansas City

smartdept. inc. is searching for a Packaging Structure Designer for a client in Kansas City, Missouri. This is a fully onsite, full-time, contract-to-hire opportunity.

What You’ll Do:

• Formulate and communicate ideas for new accounts or products, analyzing customer needs and production feasibility.
• Design POP Displays
• Design "Brown box" Shippers and protective packaging
• Accompany Sales Representatives on occasion to present new products or designs to customers or prospects.
• Review accounts and make recommendations for updates on style, board weight, new developments, etc.
• Analyze changes in the industry and research innovations in packaging equipment.
• Produce samples on CAD table or cut samples by hand.
• Create production specifications from proto-types, drawings, etc.
• Work individually or collaboratively with cross-functional teams and resources during research, ideation, evaluation and validation stages of all design solutions
• Responsible for meeting deadlines with possible overtime required.
• Implement, maintain, and support all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Management may assign additional duties on an as needed basis.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 3-5 years of experience in corrugated packaging or a related field.
• Expert level knowledge in Artios CAD 2D and 3D and Kongsberg CAD tables
• Experience in a corrugated production/manufacturing facility
• CAPE Software experience
• Adobe Software experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Exposure to package testing and methodologies (UN/DOT, ISTA, Etc)

Physical Demands:

• Physical demands: Standing, sitting, walking, push/pull, ability to lift/carry 10lbs-50lbs.
• Must be able to work in a Manufacturing environment if required. Sometimes noisy, dirty, dusty, and hot and cold temperatures.