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Corrugated Designer Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Design Representative

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$35K - $41K/yr

As a Design Representative , you will be responsible for creating designs to meet customer needs ... Preferred that employees have prior work experience in the corrugated industry or other 4-5 years ...

Data Engineer

Carmel, IN · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

Schwarz Partners is one of the largest independent manufacturers of corrugated sheets and packaging ... Experience designing star schemas and modern medallion architectures (bronze/silver/gold). * Spark ...

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How much do corrugated designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for corrugated designer in Indiana is $53,951.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,300.00 and $62,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a corrugated designer?

A Corrugated Designer creates packaging solutions using corrugated cardboard, focusing on structural integrity, functionality, and cost-effectiveness. They use CAD software to design custom boxes, displays, and protective packaging for various products. Their role involves balancing aesthetics with durability while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Corrugated Designers often collaborate with clients, engineers, and manufacturers to develop prototypes and optimize production efficiency.

What does a corrugated designer do?

As a Corrugated Designer, you'll often work on developing structural packaging concepts, creating prototypes, and preparing detailed dielines for production. You'll collaborate closely with sales teams, clients, and production staff to ensure that designs meet both aesthetic and functional requirements. Review of existing designs for cost reduction or improved durability and attending client meetings to understand new project briefs are also common. This dynamic workflow provides a mix of creative, technical, and collaborative tasks, making each week varied and engaging.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a corrugated designer?

A Corrugated Designer needs a solid understanding of structural design principles, material properties, and print processes, typically supported by a background in packaging design or industrial design. Proficiency with CAD software (such as ArtiosCAD or Esko), dieline creation tools, and knowledge of manufacturing specifications are essential. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help designers effectively interpret client needs and collaborate within teams. These abilities ensure cost-effective, innovative, and manufacturable packaging solutions that meet both functional and branding requirements.

What job categories do people searching Corrugated Designer jobs in Indiana look for?

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Infographic showing various Corrugated Designer job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,951 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Structural Designer

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc.
51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Position Purpose:
To conceptualize, design and prepare unique, high-quality industrial, graphic packaging and POP display design solutions for existing and future customers primarily utilizing ArtiosCAD. Maintain an excellent relationship with the sales team, manufacturing team and customer service representatives.
 
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Follow established safety rules, policies and procedures at all times
Develop corrugated industrial, graphic packaging and POP display prototype samples based on project requirements customer expectations
Develop detailed specifications to efficiently utilize our manufacturing and fulfillment capabilities
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams resources during research, ideation, evaluation and validation stages of all design solutions
Stay current with industry and market trends and identify opportunities for new products and packaging solutions
Verify incoming tooling ensuring specifications are met according to approved and supplied dielines
Generate detailed display specifications (including material, production info, label lines, multi-outs, etc.) and validate specifications of other Structural Designers for overall accuracy
Interface fully with Customers, Account Executives, Customer Service and Project Managers through the design and execution process
Accompany Account Executives on design-related meetings and presentations as needed
Develop distribution and in-store setup instruction sheets for retail packaging and displays
Initiate action to prevent problems and contribute solutions, document quality problems, verify implementation of solutions and control further processing when a problem is identified
Maintain, organize and update customer records. Keep work area clean and well organized
Personify a "Team Attitude" and provide support to others as needed
Understand and interpret documents such as packaging design specifications, operating instructions, training and procedure manuals
Must work well under pressure with multiple interruptions and be able to meet deadlines
Create, adjust and prepare art files for a wide array of printing methods
Full-time role in an office/design department setting
Other duties as assigned
 
Skills:
Ability to manage multiple projects and multi-task in a highly dynamic and fast-paced environment
Demonstrate the sense of urgency, discipline, accountability, judgment, initiative and critical thinking skills to positively contribute to the      company
Exceptional analytical, problem solving and creativity abilities
Ability to comfortably present concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 
Qualifications:
2+ years' experience in structural packaging design - corrugated or display industries
College degree in Structural Design, Package Engineering/Packaging Science or Industrial Design from an accredited institution or equivalent experience
Working knowledge of ArtiosCAD software, including parametric designs
Experience with the following:
CAPE design and palletization software
Operating sample table cutting devices (i.e. Kongsberg tables)
Display and/or retail ready packaging design development
Package testing and methodologies (UN, ISTA, etc.)
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, SolidWorks and Strata 3D is a plus
Good knowledge and grasp on available printing methods currently in the market
Travel Requirements:
Little to none, less than 10%
 
About BCI
Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, employee-owned company with twelve (12) corrugated manufacturing facilities, providing an extensive range of corrugated packaging products. Located in ten states, our services and capabilities include custom-designed corrugated packaging, point-of-purchase displays, point-of-sale packaging along with fulfillment and logistics. Simply stated, we do not just make boxes. We build the means to shape impressions and influence perceptions.
 
BCI provides competitive pay and a robust benefits package including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision and life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, as well as a bonus plan and opportunity for employee stock ownership.
$31.25 - $36.05 an hour
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