Packaging Designer Position Available In Spartanburg, South Carolina

Job

ID ATR51546

Posting Job Title Packaging Designer
Locations SC Spartanburg
Employment Type Full Time
Date Posted 19-May-2025
Relocation Support No
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (

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SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a d purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
At Smurfit Westrock we offer a long-term career with a clear path of advancement in a thriving, dynamic environment. Join us and be a part of a world-class team that’s shaping the future of packaging.

The Opportunity:

The Packaging Designer will develop innovative, cost effective, and structurally sound packaging containers, gather project data from WestRock sales and project managers, create dies in the Computer Assisted Design (CAD) program, solicit, and incorporate customer feedback, and create prototypes for customer approval. This position is located at the Spartanburg, SC Corrugated Container facility.
How you will impact WestRock
Intake customer project requests from customers and internal account representatives, confirm all critical information, and evaluate requests to ensure profitable fit and operational efficiency for WestRock and the customer
Identify the necessary materials and manufacturing processes for the project and provide alternatives as appropriate
Convey concepts with quick sketches, photos, and CAD visualization
Produce samples and mock-ups using various design techniques and skills including drafting (2D/3D), foam core modeling, and knife tools and cutting tables
Provide ongoing project support and answer all the customers’ questions related to the project’s design, set up, structural integrity, etc.
Present project overview for production assembly teams and managers to provide insight into theponents of the project from the designer’s perspective
Collaborate with customers, sales managers, project managers, graphic designers, design managers, and engineers to determine the best design and development approach
Develop presentation material and assist with the presentation of abstract ideas for formal presentations in a variety of settings (one-on-one, small, and large groups to include peers, supervisors and clients) in partnership with creative counterparts
Create promotional materials and develop Bill of Material, Specifications, Palletization as necessary
Work collaboratively with Design Manager, sales personnel and other designers and offices to develop customer programs
Interact with Account Executives and others, including customers, to ascertain design needs and creative objectives
Provide coaching and training to designer peers to build capability
Onboard and train new design team members to ensure peers are effectively using WestRock systems/tools, and supporting customer needs.
What you need to succeed:
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Packaging Design, or other programs with emphasis on 3D development
Familiarity with retailer specifications, production, and manufacturing process
3+ years of experience in packaging and design, industrial design, engineering, or point of purchase display
Expertise with equipment and tools within a fabrication shop including digital ers, CAD table, laminators, and mounting substrates
Proven track record of critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Creative thinking and ability to convey abstract ideas/concepts verbally or with quick sketches
Demonstrated experience with Design software including enterprise Computer Assisted Design (i.e., ESKO), and 3D software (i.e., Strata 3D Studio Mac, Adobe, Microsoft office)
Demonstrated ability to drive projects in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
What we offer:
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
An attractive salary reflecting skills,petencies, and potential.
Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!
A career with a global packagingpany w Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce w everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.