Graphic Designer
Packaging Corporation of America - Olive Branch, Mississippi, United States, 38654![Packaging Corporation of America](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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We are seeking applicants for a
Graphics Designer
position in our Olive Branch, MS facility located at 8489 Summit Cove, Olive Branch, MS 38654.
PCA provides a competitive benefits package; including but not limited to:Paid vacation, sick leave and holidaysMedical, dental, and visionLife and accidental death & dismemberment insuranceLong term & short-term disability401K with company matchIncentive plan
Principle AccountabilitiesApply advanced design skills in the creation of designs for packaging and/or point of service displays for new and existing products in accordance with PCA design and safety standards.Evaluate customer needs and expectations and translates them into drawings, designs, and prototypes within the manufacturing capabilities of the plant.Develop, design, and recommend materials and production methods that will meet customer requirements and most efficiently utilize existing plant facilities and equipment.Create or secure samples of designs for customer inspection, production orders, and/or division operation.Perform packaging and component testing, evaluate results, and advise sales, manufacturing, and customers of findings.Evaluate existing customer or prospective customer packaging for possible improvement in style, function, appearance, cost, and/or ease of packaging as directed by supervisor.Conduct design reviews with customers.Coordinate activities related to developing graphics, prototypes and samples, including vendor negotiations, designing dies, material availability, direction, troubleshooting, reviewing samples, testing, and redirection based on feedback and results.Provide technical assistance to the Sales Representatives and Customer Service Representative regarding layouts, estimating, die making, order specifications, customer packaging procedures, material handling techniques, detailed artwork, printing dies, and approve printing press and die cut set-ups for initial order of new designs.
Basic RequirementsBachelor’s degree in graphic design, structural design, art, engineering, or packaging required or equivalent experience.Strong working knowledge of production methods, printing methods, materials, styles, and standard design forms and retail usage of packaging and point of purchase displays required.Minimum of three (3) years’ previous experience with packaging and point of purchase display creation and design.Proficient in graphic design and communication applications including Adobe CS5.5, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and other Adobe products, as well as Microsoft Office and Computer Assisted Design (CAD) software.
Preferred RequirementsExperience in corrugated industry with a technical understanding of corrugated packaging design, cutting dies, converting machinery and printing.
Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesStrong organizational skills with the ability to handle numerous details, deadlines, and requests.Able to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks concurrently.Solid financial and business operations analysis skills with the ability to identify opportunities for improvements.Ability to quickly grasp the customer’s current situation and needs based on the current market environment and cross business objectives. Based on customer understanding, able to visualize and develop compelling design possibilities.Strong listening, evaluating, and problem solving skills. Ability to create alternative solutions and meet deadlines.Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with multiple audiences on procedures, policies, practices, and requests for information.Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to network and build relationships with individuals of various experience and corporate levels both within and outside of the company.Strong negotiation and persuasion skills with the ability to create new business opportunities.Ability to engage in rapid experimentation of multiple design ideas and ability to learn from failed design concepts.Ability to be accessible, available and responsive to the customer and understand the customer’s point of view. Ability to advocate for customer needs to others and create mutual agreement on project scope.Previous work experience as a member of a team, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing between co-workers.
PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and all other protected classes.
All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.
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