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Westrock

Mgr,Packaging Design

West Chester, OH · On-site

$106.13K - $176.88K/yr

Display & packaging Concept development and ideation * Structural design and development * Leadership and mentorship of less experienced designers * Develop, organize and assist with customer ...

Sol de Janeiro

Senior Manager, Packaging Design

New York, NY · On-site +1

$120K - $140K/yr

What You'll Do The Senior Manager, Packaging Design will support the strategic and creative development of packaging and physical brand expressions. This role is responsible for adapting global brand ...

Ferrero

Primary Packaging Design Specialist

Chicago, IL

$96.71K - $128.94K/yr

As a Primary Packaging Design Specialist, you'll lead the design and development of food-contact primary packaging materials, support analytical laboratory testing and conduct hands-on validation ...

Ferrero

Primary Packaging Design Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$96.71K - $128.94K/yr

As a Primary Packaging Design Specialist, you'll lead the design and development of food-contact primary packaging materials, support analytical laboratory testing and conduct hands-on validation ...

Safran

Packaging Design Intern

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

We're looking for a Packaging Design Intern to join our growing team in West Henrietta, NY. This would be a Summer internship with the possibility of extending into the Fall semester. Who we are:

Safran

Packaging Design Intern

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

Salary: $19-$23/hour Were looking for a Packaging Design Intern to join our growing team in West Henrietta, NY. This would be a Summer internship with the possibility of extending into the Fall ...

Safran

Packaging Design Intern

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

We're looking for a Packaging Design Intern to join our growing team in West Henrietta, NY. This would be a Summer internship with the possibility of extending into the Fall semester. Who we are:

Intel

Silicon Packaging Design Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

$135K/yr

Intel seeks a motivated and innovative Silicon Packaging Design Engineer to join our team, driving the end-to-end development of silicon interposer and bridge designs that define the future of ...

Ferrero

Primary Packaging Design Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$96.71K - $128.94K/yr

As a Primary Packaging Design Specialist, you'll lead the design and development of food-contact primary packaging materials, support analytical laboratory testing and conduct hands-on validation ...

Intel

Silicon Packaging Design Engineer

Hillsboro, OR

$148.10K/yr

Intel seeks a motivated and innovative Silicon Packaging Design Engineer to join our team, driving the end-to-end development of silicon interposer and bridge designs that define the future of ...

Westrock

Assoc Dsgn,Packaging Design

West Chester, OH · On-site

$59.63K - $99.38K/yr

This entry-level, structural display and packaging design opportunity is ideal for a recent graduate in industrial design, packaging design, or someone eager to gain practical experience in a fast ...

Westrock

Assoc Dsgn,Packaging Design

Marlton, NJ · On-site

$59.63K - $99.38K/yr

This entry-level, structural display and packaging design opportunity is ideal for a recent graduate in industrial design, packaging design, or someone eager to gain practical experience in a fast ...

Westrock

Sr Dsgn,Packaging Design

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$84K - $140K/yr

General Information Job ID ATR60336 Posting Job Title Sr Dsgn,Packaging Design Locations MN Minneapolis Container Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 09-Apr-2026 Relocation Support No Description ...

Westrock

Assoc Dsgn,Packaging Design

West Chester, OH · On-site

$59.63K - $99.38K/yr

This entry-level, structural display and packaging design opportunity is ideal for a recent graduate in industrial design, packaging design, or someone eager to gain practical experience in a fast ...

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As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for packaging design in the United States is $135,040.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $136,000.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Packaging designers frequently work closely with both marketing and product development teams to ensure that the visual aspects of the packaging align with brand messaging and product requirements. This collaboration involves regular meetings to discuss target audiences, material selection, and design prototypes. Designers often incorporate feedback from these teams to refine concepts, balance aesthetics with functionality, and meet budgetary or regulatory constraints. Successful packaging designers are proactive communicators who translate marketing strategies and product features into compelling, on-brand packaging solutions.

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Packaging Design Project Manager

Packaging Design Project Manager

Menasha Corporation

Hershey, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

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ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)
Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.
Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you're going to want to be here.
Join us and become part of the power behind possible.
About The Opportunity
Responsible for leading the design engineering, development, and execution of retail display and packaging solutions from concept through commercialization. Oversees all aspects of packaging design engineering projects, including structural design, material selection, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing readiness. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors progress to ensure solutions meet customer brand, performance, sustainability, and cost objectives. Prepares and presents project status, risks, and recommendations to internal leadership and customers.
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Serves as primary liaison between company and customer to design and engineer best-in-class retail merchandising and packaging solutions that drive sales growth and enhance brand presence
  • Leads the structural and packaging design engineering process, from initial concept and CAD development through prototyping, testing, validation, and production launch
  • Manages display and primary packaging development and execution, collaborating closely with design, engineering, operations, sourcing, and external partners
  • Applies packaging engineering principles to recommend materials, structures, finishes, and manufacturing methods that optimize performance, cost, sustainability, and speed to market
  • Serves as subject matter expert on Menasha's packaging design, engineering capabilities, materials, and manufacturing processes to align with customer brand and functional requirements
  • Proactively manages project timelines, technical risks, and design changes, clearly communicating progress and trade-offs to internal and customer stakeholders
  • Makes data-driven recommendations to optimize quality, structural integrity, pack-out efficiency, durability, and graphic execution
  • Partners with customers and internal teams on continuous improvement and value engineering initiatives to deliver cost savings and performance enhancements
  • Manages internal and customer complaints, leading root cause analysis and corrective actions related to design, materials, or manufacturing performance
  • Coordinates comprehensive cost estimates, including tooling, materials, labor, and design iterations, working with key stakeholders
  • Prepares, reviews, and presents required business and technical reports, including design rationales, test results, and launch readiness updates
  • Maintains and shares industry, professional, and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and staying current on packaging design engineering trends, materials, and sustainability innovations

Education & Experience
    • Bachelor's degree required
    • Minimum of 2 - 5 years of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
    • Ability to design, implement and execute Customer Relationship Management (CRM) business processes and associated applications
    • Knowledge of and ability to implement effective strategies and activities that promote long-term customer loyalty
    • Knowledge of project management skills to identify, coordinate, communicate, schedule and determine resources for each project and customer activity
    • Familiarity with organization's policies, standards and procedures guiding customer interactions
    • Knowledge of practices, tools, and techniques for communicating with a customer
    • Knowledge of and ability to apply the processes, activities and tools associated with managing customer requests

Physical Requirements & Work Environment
    • Primarily works in an office environment with occasional time spent in a production and/or warehouse setting
    • Occasional travel required

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Two companies, one vision.
Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.
Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.
Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today's supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.
Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.
Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you'll have opportunities to grow.
The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!
Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.

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