Structural Designer III

About Graphic At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you. A World of Difference. Made Possible. Position Scope: We have an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated self-starter for the position of Structural Designer III. The ideal candidate will have solid working knowledge of paperboard substrates, carton structure design, and paperboard converting processes. This position requires hands-on Structural Design process execution (existing carton structure reverse-engineering activities, conceptual and production-ready one-up drawing development, plotter sample generation, etc.) in a team-based environment. This position’s responsibilities include effectively and efficiently meeting internal and external customer needs, expectations, and requirements; as well as confronting complex processes and technical challenges requiring direct involvement, understanding, and support to reach resolution. Job Summary: The mission of the Innovation and Design (I&D) organization is to bring forth new packaging solutions through creative structural and manufacturing design, working collaboratively with our customer service, sales, internal graphic designers, machinery and systems engineers, business development team members, market and product managers, manufacturing and quality assurance personnel, key supplier partners and ultimately interfacing with customers to understand their unmet needs, consumer unmet needs, and marketing objectives. The Structural Design team, within Innovation and Design, is responsible for the development of, and modification to, both new and existing paperboard carton structure designs. The primary output of the Structural Design team is comprehensive, production-ready one-up drawings, which are ultimately used to design, specify, and procure production tooling for manufacturing of finished paperboard cartons. The secondary output are conceptual one-up drawings that meet and exceed the requirements of the end customer. The overall Structural Design process is accomplished utilizing ArtiosCAD and SAP software applications as well as sample plotter tables for prototypes. Position Main Responsibilities: Structural Design and Software use: Actively monitor, maintain, and control work schedule and back-log (design requests, plotter sample requests, conversion request, etc.)Full understanding and utilization of the Artios CAD system to execute Carton Design tasks to required customer and plant specifications (conceptual designs and production ready).Fully apply all GPI Design standards and customer and plant specification formats during Carton Design process for responsible product line (customers and platform e.g. Microwave, Zflute, Litho/Micro flute, CPD, Beverage, etc.).Must be certified in at least 2 design platformsAccurately finalize one-up carton design specifications prior to release for converting and machinery organizations.Develops pro-active alternative designs for better form & function, on shelf appearance, sustainability, increased production efficiency, cost savings and/or margin improvement. Uses 2D and 3D conceptualization techniquesCut qualifying and prototype samples for customer and testing Position Main Responsibilities (cont): Teamwork and Coordination of Design Projects: Coordinate with other designers working on projectsComplete Carton Design projects while fully coordinating with customer, sales, customer service, manufacturing design, and carton converting groups as requiredFunction as an effective global leader and focal point for design-related detail and general communication. Produce materials to support the communication process when required.In-depth interaction with customer representatives during the packaging design process. Continuous Improvement Project Management Identify and develop Continuous Improvement initiativesDrive the development and modification of CAD design standards, tools, processes and training materialsAssist in development & apply design related documentation, process detail, specifications, and intellectual property protection processesActively participate in, and contribute to, local Culture Development ideas, initiatives, and activitiesSearch out and implement cost saving initiatives Position Main Responsibilities (cont): Skill Development and learning Train & mentor less experienced designers in Carton Design disciplines and procedures.Actively participate in employee certification and re-certification activities (must be certified in ArtiosCAD, Plotter Room, Structural Design I-II, and at least 1 specialty product lines (e.g. Microwave, ZFlute, Fluted, QSR, Detergent, etc.) Other Other duties as assigned. Your skills will be developed through the varied experiences you obtain as well as extensive on-the-job training. Required POSITION SPECIFICATIONS: Dynamic, flexible, and personable team player with the ability to participate in team activities to achieve desired resultsEffective time management and project management skillsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and meet short deadlinesAbility to effectively communicate at all levels within the organizationAbility to work independently while supporting team goals and objectivesAbility to apply initiative and exercise good judgment when making timely decisions based on data, facts, and experience Technical and analytical skillsStrong visual (2D and 3D) skills, communications, conceptual skills, attention to detail, design sensitivity as well as mechanical aptitude. Required POSITION SPECIFICATIONS (CONT): Highly detail-oriented and focusedHigh geometry and algebra math skillsWillingness to learn and to be trainedApply initiative and exercise good judgment when making timely decisions based on data, facts, and experience Solid computer skillsHigh Proficiency with computer systems: MS-Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)High School Diploma or GED Highly Preferred: College degree in industrial design, packaging engineering/science or other related field, or equivalent professional experienceHigh-level of mechanical knowledge and aptitude for die cutting, production tooling design, finishing processes, and graphics layoutPrior demonstrated experience (1.5-3 years) with folding paperboard carton structure designWorking knowledge of paperboard substratesWorking knowledge of carton structural designWorking knowledge of tooling designKnowledge of filling line machineryPrior experience with ArtiosCAD and SAPAny level of LEAN / Six Sigma education and experience Position Competencies: Integrity and Trust (Core GPI Competency) Action Oriented (Core GPI Competency) Priority Setting Learning on the fly Creativity Customer Focus Drive for Results Decision Quality Organizing Composure Disclaimer The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Pay Range $65,500.00 - $81,900.00 GPI Benefits Program Competitive Pay 401(k) w/employer matching Health & Welfare Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage Short and Long-Term Disability Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Various Voluntary benefits Adoption Assistance Program Employee Discount Programs Employee Assistance Program Tuition Assistance Program Paid Time Off + paid company holidays each year Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email accommodations@graphicpkg.com. Recruitment Agency Partnership Notice We value partnerships and maintain a strict process for engaging external agencies. Due to compliance requirements, we do not accept unsolicited resumes. Agencies must be fully onboarded and have an active, executed agreement in place with Graphic Packaging to submit candidates for open positions. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Graphic Packaging, and no recruitment fees will be owed. Requisition: 16444