Designer

This position Is responsible to create structural solutions for the packaging presented to customers. Needs to have a problem-solving mentality, initiative. Has to be customer-focused to communicate in a clear way innovative projects and value-added solutions.

Primary Duties

• Basic ability to use of Graphic Software Illustrator.
• Medium knowledge of the use of innotools.
• Needs to have the ability to train others on basic tasks for the department.
• Ability to monetize the value of projects and understanding of how the Design group adds value.
• Communication skills and ability to explain assertively projects to customers Provide support and advice to our key customers on their packaging needs and respective solutions.
• Knowledge and application of consumer practices, and behavior evaluation, through eyetracking, Marketing consumer knowledge
• Advanced knowledge and use of a Cad table.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Advanced Knowledge of O2C system to take care of daily tasks required for this position.
• Ability to create innovation strategies achieving clear results that strengthen the company's positioning with customers.
• Ability to research and develop trends and technologies that allow the development of new opportunities.
• Capacity for analysis and evaluation of projects, giving conclusions.
• Medium knowledge of Insights and value selling technics.
• Able to understand and execute key strategic innovation and costs saving projects.
• Ability to determine structures and resistances of packaging and materials, to ensure the success of the packaging.
• Ability to evaluate and take decisions about automation packaging - end-of-line
• Ability to understand production processes and machine limitations of the plant/plants they work with.
• Application of value generation tools and methodologies such Newcalc, MagicHat
• Knowledge about Performance Packaging Asymmetry and use of boxes' laboratory equipment (for BCT, ECT, bending tests) - Calculate boxes' structures - performance - board grades
• Knowledge and use about parametric technology for automated development of structural solutions (Resizable designs).
• Knowledge to develops packaging projects, evaluation of logistic chains, packaging resistance, evaluation of environmental conditions, safety factors and loss.
• Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes. SKNA employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.
• All other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Packaging Degree, product design or similar is preferred but not mandatory.
• 1 to 3 years of previous experience.
• Proficiency in Artios Cad design software is preferred.
• Proficient in the creation of presentation and presentation skills is preferred.
• Computer proficiency - MS Office, CAD, Adobe Suite is preferred.
• Highly motivated, self-starter able to build relationships with a wide range of individuals at all of levels and across a number of disciplines.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred
• Good project management skills, excellent communication and presentation skills

About Smurfit Kappa

Smurfit Kappa is a FTSE 100 company and one of the leading providers of paper-based packaging in the world, with operations in 23 European countries and 12 countries in the Americas.

EEO Statement

Smurfit Kappa is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, status as a Vietnam Era, disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal Veteran, recently separated or other protected veteran. Smurfit Kappa also complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination in places where Smurfit Kappa operates.

Our vision is to be a globally admired business, dynamically delivering secure and superior returns for all stakeholders.