Company Overview
Herbert Walkers is a market-leading print and packaging business with over 90 years of experience. Based in, we specialize in high-quality printing and added value packaging, including finishing processes like foiling and embossing. Our commitment to excellence drives us to invest in machinery and people to deliver premium services to our clients.
Job Summary
The Packaging Structural Designer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing carton board packaging solutions that meet customer requirements, manufacturing capabilities, and sustainability goals. This role involves creating innovative structural designs, producing technical drawings and prototypes, and collaborating with customers, sales, production, and printing teams to deliver cost-effective, functional, and visually appealing packaging.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop carton board packaging solutions for a wide range of products.
- Create structural concepts using CAD software (e.g., ArtiosCAD, Impact CAD, or similar).
- Produce detailed technical drawings, die-lines, and specifications for manufacturing.
- Develop prototypes and samples for customer evaluation and testing.
- Ensure designs meet customer requirements, quality standards, and production capabilities.
- Optimize packaging for material efficiency, strength, cost, and sustainability.
- Work closely with sales, production, printing, and quality teams to ensure successful project execution.
- Liaise with customers to understand packaging needs and provide technical design support.
- Conduct packaging performance testing and recommend improvements where necessary.
- Support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate design documentation and revision control.
- Stay updated on packaging trends, materials, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification in Packaging Technology, Product Design, Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience in structural packaging design, preferably with folding carton or carton board packaging.
- Proficiency in packaging CAD software such as ArtiosCAD, Impact CAD, or similar.
- Strong understanding of carton board materials, die-cutting, folding, gluing, and printing processes.
- Knowledge of packaging manufacturing methods and production constraints.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent structural design and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Creative thinking with practical manufacturing knowledge.
- Good communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Customer-focused approach.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
Preferred Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in carton board packaging design
- Experience working with FMCG, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or retail packaging.
- Familiarity with packaging performance testing and sustainability initiatives.
- Knowledge of packaging regulations and industry standards.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- On-time completion of design projects.
- First-time-right design approval rate.
- Reduction in material waste and packaging costs.
- Customer satisfaction with packaging solutions.
- Successful introduction of new packaging designs.
- Compliance with quality, safety, and sustainability standards.
Working Conditions
- Office-based design role with regular interaction with production facilities.
- Occasional travel to customer sites, suppliers, or manufacturing plants.
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
If you are passionate about precision printing and eager to contribute your skills to a forward-thinking company, we invite you to bring your expertise to Herbert Walkers. Join us in shaping the future of packaging—apply now and become part of our innovative team.
Pay: £28,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
