Packaging Design Specialist

Are-you-an-experienced-Structural-Packaging-Designer-with-a-strong-understanding-of-corrugated-packaging,-manufacturing-processes-and-design-optimisation?

VPK-Packaging-UK-&-Ireland-is-looking-for-a-talented-and-technically-minded-Design-for-Manufacture-Specialist-to-join-our-Design-team.

This-is-an-excellent-opportunity-to-play-a-key-role-in-developing-innovative,-practical-and-commercially-viable-packaging-solutions-for-our-customers,-ensuring-designs-not-only-meet-customer-requirements-but-are-also-optimised-for-efficient-manufacturing.

Working-closely-with-our-Design,-Commercial-and-Operations-teams,-you-will-take-ownership-of-structural-packaging-designs-from-initial-customer-brief-through-to-production-readiness.

What-You''ll-Be-Doing

• Creating-innovative,-fit-for-purpose-structural-packaging-designs-using-ArtiosCAD,-ensuring-they-meet-customer-specifications-and-manufacturing-capabilities.
• Working-closely-with-Key-Account-Managers,-New-Product-Development-and-Operations-teams-to-understand-customer-requirements-and-develop-effective-packaging-solutions.
• Producing-accurate-CAD-drawings,-keylines-and-technical-specifications.
• Assessing-materials,-packaging-performance-and-manufacturing-requirements-to-ensure-designs-are-both-practical-and-commercially-viable.
• Carrying-out-deckle-calculations-and-reviewing-machine-capabilities-to-optimise-production-efficiency-and-minimise-waste.
• Supporting-the-development-and-production-of-packaging-samples,-ensuring-customer-deadlines-are-achieved.
• Collaborating-with-manufacturing-teams-to-establish-the-most-efficient-machine-routings-and-identify-opportunities-for-continuous-improvement.
• Creating-tooling-files,-ordering-die-cut-tooling-and-coordinating-with-external-suppliers-to-ensure-timely-delivery.
• Maintaining-accurate-product-configurations,-technical-specifications-and-routing-information-within-SAP-and-ArtiosCAD.
• Supporting-customer-visits,-packaging-trials-and-technical-discussions-where-required.
• Identifying-opportunities-to-improve-manufacturing-efficiency,-reduce-costs-and-enhance-product-margins.

What-We''re-Looking-For

We''re-looking-for-someone-with-a-strong-technical-understanding-of-corrugated-packaging-design-and-manufacturing-who-enjoys-solving-problems-and-working-collaboratively-to-deliver-the-best-possible-solutions.

Ideally,-you''ll-have:

• Previous-experience-in-structural-packaging-design,-design-for-manufacture-or-a-similar-technical-role-within-the-corrugated-packaging-industry.
• Strong-working-knowledge-of-ArtiosCAD.
• A-good-understanding-of-FEFCO-packaging-styles,-board-grades,-material-compositions-and-manufacturing-processes.
• Experience-interpreting-structural-drawings,-artwork-and-technical-specifications.
• An-understanding-of-machine-routings,-manufacturing-limitations-and-production-optimisation.
• Experience-using-SAP-or-a-similar-business-management-system.
• Familiarity-with-Kongsberg-cutting-tables-and-associated-software.
• Knowledge-of-palletisation-software-and-packaging-optimisation-techniques.
• Strong-communication-skills-and-the-confidence-to-work-with-customers,-suppliers-and-internal-stakeholders.
• Excellent-attention-to-detail,-organisational-skills-and-the-ability-to-manage-competing-priorities.

Most-importantly,-you''ll-be-proactive,-commercially-aware-and-passionate-about-developing-packaging-solutions-that-work-for-both-the-customer-and-the-manufacturing-environment.

Why-Join-VPK?

VPK-is-an-established-and-respected-packaging-manufacturer,-providing-innovative-and-sustainable-packaging-solutions-to-customers-across-a-wide-range-of-industries.

You''ll-be-joining-a-collaborative-team-where-your-technical-expertise-will-make-a-genuine-difference,-with-opportunities-to-contribute-to-product-innovation,-manufacturing-efficiency-and-continuous-improvement.

If-you''re-an-experienced-packaging-design-professional-looking-for-your-next-opportunity,-we''d-love-to-hear-from-you.