Jobs, fresher vacancy - Structural Packaging Designer • County Antrim

Company: Smurfit Westrock Uk Ltd

County Antrim

JOB PURPOSE:To create and design innovative product packaging aligned with customer needs and support requests from our sales and key accounts teams. Working closely with all parties to deliver effective and innovative packaging solutions from concept through to delivery.Support projects and review and provide sample requests for a range of markets including healthcare.The design should consider sustainability, ensure product integrity and appeal.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:To support improvements in new designsTo increase opportunity for margin recovery, cost reduction and profit improvementEffectively manage multiple projects and provide on-going status reports to key stakeholders.Develop strategic links with Key Account managers (KAMs) and Business Development managers (BDMs) workingclosely with these teams on projects for some of the worlds most iconic brands, delivering innovative and effective packaging solutions.Provision of routine detailed and accurate analysis, reports and presentations on customer and component activityAttend meetings as requiredUtilise systems and processesLead & participate in projects across Ireland CartonsSupport Sales teams in promoting the product capabilities leading to increased focus on added value sales growth and product developmentCommunicating and presenting at all levels with colleagues, peers and high-end clienteleA keenness to stay abreast of the latest innovations and changes in print and packaging, working closely with the Technical Design Team, proposing fresh and inspired ideas, promoting improved practice in a dynamic team who share the same aspirationsThis list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and Smurfit Westrock would expect you to carry out any other reasonable duty which you are capable of being trained in or performing.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCEA strong background and portfolio in conceptual packaging designAn adept level of understanding and industry knowledgeMust have a minimum of three years experience in structural design, unique packaging and pharmaceutical expertise, using design software Artios CADDemonstrable experience of working to high quality standardsWillingness to travel & some flexibility in working hoursAbility to prioritize and work under pressure.Must know methodologies, tools and techniques for designing, building and managing the manufacture of new productsMust know the methods and associated phases, activities and deliverables for the design of new products and the enhancement of existing productsUser-level knowledge of ArtPro+BEHAVIOURS:Creative thinkingInitiativeTenacity and accustomed to operating in a fast-paced client-facing roleThoroughnessExcellent communication skillsConcern for standardsEfficiency focussedCORE COMPETENCIES:The following competencies have been identified as key to success in the rolePersuasive CommunicationInfluences, convinces or impresses others in a way that results in acceptance, agreement or behaviour change. Influence/Persuasiveness Ability to influence and inspire others to actProblem Solving and AnalysisAnalyses issues and breaks them down into their component part. Makes systematic and rational judgements based on relevant information.Action OrientationDemonstrates a readiness to make decisions, take the initiative and originate actionResilientMaintains effective work behaviour in the face of setbacks or pressure. Remains calm, stable and in control of themselvesFlexible ApproachSuccessfully adapts to changing demands and conditionsBe able to be self-motivated, standards driven, with a keen eye for detail whilst being team focused and harnessing collaboration and co-operation of others.Benefits:Enhanced pension contributions Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Perks at work Enhanced holiday entitlement Reward & Recognition Long service awards