Design Work, Jobs in Weston Super Mare, Eng (with Salaries)

New Product Design Manager
Smurfit Westrock —Weston-super-Mare
- Full-time
- Project management
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
6d
Design & Development Engineer
Cummins Inc. —Cwmbran
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Relocation assistance
- Flexible schedule
Turbomachinery Design Engineer
SoftInWay Inc. —Weston-super-Mare
- Full-time
- CAD
- Engineering
- English
Junior Designer
Loungers HQ —Bristol
- £27,000 - £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Bar
- Restaurant
Quick apply
1d
Graphic Designer
MAMBA MARKETING LTD —Cwmbran
- £26,000 - £33,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
Quick apply
8d
Retail Sales Designer
Wren —Weston-Super-Mare West
- £26,440 - £50,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Sales
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Quick apply
10d
Senior Digital Designer
Walker & Sloan —Cardiff
- Up to £45,000 a year
- Full-time
Junior Graphics Designer (Sports Kit)
Macron Store Cardiff —Cardiff
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Store discount
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Memorial Graphic Designer
MS-Group Limited —Cardiff
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- No degree
- Annual leave
Quick apply
3d
Software Engineer
SoftInWay Inc. —Weston-super-Mare
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- CAD
- Profit sharing
- Flexible schedule
Design Manager
Kier Group —Cardiff
- Full-time
- Construction
Building Surveyor / Design Technician
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board —Cardiff
- £40,559 - £48,841 a year
- Full-time
- English
2d
Associate Tutor in Interior Design
Cardiff Metropolitan University —Cardiff
- £47.74 an hour
- Administrative experience
- Bachelor's degree
- No degree
14d
Senior Learning Experience Designer
BBC —Cardiff
- Up to £70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
8d
Architect or Architectural Designer
Orme Ltd —Glastonbury
- Full-time
- CAD
- Project management
- In-person
- Free parking
Quick apply
1d
Algorithm Design Engineer - Navigation
MBDA —Bristol
- Up to £55,000 a year
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Maths
- Free parking
Design Engineer
Kier Group —Bristol
- From £36,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
12-Month Work Placement - Urban Designer
Arcadis —Bristol
- Microsoft Word
- English
- Microsoft Office
Assistant Design & Engineering Manager
Associated British Ports —Cardiff
- Engineering
- Organisational skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Service and Interaction Design Lead
Health Research Authority —Bristol
- £57,528 - £64,750 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- AI
- Leadership
- Communication skills
6d

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New Product Design Manager

Smurfit Westrock -
Weston-super-Mare

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Job details

Full-time
6 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension

Qualifications

Project management
Communication skills

Full job description

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a New Product Development Manager to lead innovation, product development, and technical delivery at our Weston-super-Mare site. This role is central to driving customer-focused packaging solutions, supporting commercial growth, and delivering technically robust, operationally viable, and sustainable corrugated products.You will own the end-to-end new product development and introduction process – from early concept and customer engagement through to first production runs and post-launch optimisation. Working closely with Sales, Design, Operations, Supply Chain, and external partners, you will ensure new products meet customer requirements while supporting margin, efficiency, and continuous improvement objectives

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the full New Product Development (NPD) lifecycle, ensuring robust governance from concept through to launch and scale-up.
Act as the technical interface for customers, providing expert support to Sales and Commercial teams to deliver compelling, value-led packaging solutions.
Translate customer specifications into manufacturable designs that meet production capabilities, cost targets, and quality standards.
Manage new business and innovation projects, supporting growth through differentiated packaging propositions.
Oversee first-off trials and production runs, ensuring smooth handover into operations and identifying opportunities for optimisation.
Drive margin enhancement and cost take-out initiatives through material optimisation, process improvement, and supplier collaboration.
Maintain and develop site-specific technical data, machine capabilities, and process limitations.
Lead engagement with graphics, stereo, ink, and tooling suppliers, ensuring quality, service, and cost performance through structured supplier management.
Support continuous improvement of site printing, die-cutting, and conversion capabilities in collaboration with Operations.
Provide technical input into paper grade selection and material performance using recognised tools and system data.
Ensure all NPD and technical activities comply with company Health, Safety, Quality, and Hygiene standards.
Set, track, and deliver departmental objectives aligned to site and divisional strategy.

About You

Experienced NPD or Technical Manager within a manufacturing or packaging environment (corrugated experience desirable).
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance customer requirements, operational capability, and margin delivery.
Confident leader with an approachable, collaborative style and the ability to influence across functions.
Highly organised with strong project management skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, able to engage effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Data-driven and solutions-focused, with a track record of delivering innovation and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

A highly visible role with real influence on product innovation and commercial success.
The opportunity to work closely with key customers on progressive, sustainable packaging solutions.
A collaborative site culture with strong links across commercial, operational, and technical teams.
Ongoing development opportunities within a market-leading packaging business.
Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
24/7 confidential support for you and your family
Flexible working options and family-friendly policies

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.

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Senior Digital Designer

Junior Graphics Designer (Sports Kit)

Memorial Graphic Designer

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Associate Tutor in Interior Design

Senior Learning Experience Designer

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12-Month Work Placement - Urban Designer

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