Corrugated Packaging Engineer

Skills & Abilities

· Expert skills in Artios CAD as well as TOPS, Outlook, Word and Excel.

· Excellent design, layout and typography skills.

· Knowledge of cuts, creases, perforations, folding, nature and behavior of the packaging material such as paper, corrugated sheet and other types.

· Basic knowledge of packaging styles such as, RSC, HSC, FOL, POL HSSC, etc. as well as custom diecuts ie rollover mailers, OPF, Inserts, Auto Bottoms, 123 push locks, etc.

· Knowledge of ECT stacking strength, Mullen board, compression testing, Drop testing.

· Ability to manage both small and large projects to completion.

· Excellent communication skills – written and oral.

· Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

· Attention to detail and strong organizational skills - Accuracy is essential.

· Emphasis on teamwork and collaboration. Willing to pitch in however and whenever needed to accomplish goals of the department.

· Ability to work independently, using judgment on design techniques, processes and methods for performing work activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

· Translate design direction from the Sales team/ Customer into compelling design solutions.

· Produce creative concepts and maintain quality packaging designs for the company’s line of products.

· Apply Fibre Box principles to projects that concern pallet stacking and shipping whether by mail or truck

· Execute production functions, such as cropping, scaling, illustration and retouching.

· Understand mechanical standards for effective cost savings for production.

· Follow licensor and in-store requirements and ensure all designs meet those requirements.

· Collaborate closely with Brand Managers, Art Directors and Editors.

· Communicate with the Packaging Engineer & Planning teams to ensure that the latest specs and die lines are available.

· Communicate with print vendors on file status.

· Attend team meetings and provide progress reports.

Education & Qualifications

· Majoring in Packaging Science with an emphasis on Corrugated Structural Packaging.

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