Prepress & Structural CAD Technician

Harding Display; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Harding Display is seeking a skilled Pre-Press & Structural CAD Technician in Scarborough, Ontario. The role involves collaborating with clients, creating assembly instructions, and ensuring quality control of designs. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in assembly, paired with strong communication and creative problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Competitive pay + bonus opportunity

Health and dental benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Short and Long-term Disability

Fun, collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an assembly or co-packing facility.
• Working knowledge of structural design and production processes.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to understand display requirements.
• Create assembly instructions and verify against prototypes.
• Conduct quality control of final structural design files.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Effective Communication

Creative Mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Communication Management

Tools

Artios CAD

Adobe CS

Job description

150 Dynamic Dr, Scarborough, ON M1V 5A5, Canada Req #18

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Who We Are

Harding Display Corp (HDC) is one of Canada's pre-eminent point-of-sale and in-store marketing solution providers. Located in Scarborough, Ontario, we are a family-owned company and have proudly been servicing clients in Canada and the U.S. since 1927 (that’s over 97 years!).

Our customers – who include Coca Cola (Canada and USA), Keurig, Molson Coors, Blackhawk Network, and Canon to name a few – choose us because of our best-in-class customer-focused approach and innovative designs of temporary and permanent displays. More importantly, though, we are backed by a strong team of dedicated, diverse employees in all segments of our business including graphic and structural design, production, manufacturing, logistics, sales, accounting, and human resources.

WHY WORK WITH US?

Our business continues to evolve, and we are looking for top talent to join our team and fuel our continuous growth. At HDC, we believe inPeople First, where everyone is welcome, and everyone knows you by name – you are never just a number! We acknowledge thatPowerfulCommunicationis our oxygen, and that we can’t live without it. OurGrowth Mindsetencourages us to be open to learning and adaptable to new ways of doing things. We are leaders in our industry and our expertise allows us toInnovate Forward,bringing the best and brightest products and services to our clients.We relentlessly seekContinuous Improvements, looking for opportunities to work smarter, not harder.

We offer:

• Competitive pay + bonus opportunity
• Health and dental benefits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Insurance Programs
• Fun, collaborative work environment with a group of seriously talented individuals!

Are you ready to join our growing team and become a member of the Harding family? If so, read on!

Role Overview:

We are seeking a skilled CAD technician with experience in pre-press or/and co-packing assembly line to join our team as a Pre-Press & Structural CAD Technician.

This role is primarily on-site, with some flexibility at our Scarborough location.

Highlights of What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to understand display requirements and objectives.
• Creating assembly instructions and verifying against display prototypes and Final CAD and Bill of Materials (BOM)
• Create assembly instruction sheets using Artios CAD or Adobe CS
• Prepare 3D and DAE files using Artios CAD 3D feature.
• Collaborate with design & production teams to ensure seamless transition from design to manufacturing.
• Quality control of final structural design files.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and materials to bring fresh ideas.
• Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues.

What You’ll Need to be Successful:

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Communication Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an assembly or co-packing facility.
• Working knowledge of Adobe CS is an asset but not preferred.
• Working knowledge of structural design, corrugate, production processes, and printing techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Creative mindset with the ability to think outside the box.
• Effective communication skills for client interactions and team collaboration.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices and eco-friendly display solutions is a plus.

If this sounds like you, please do not hesitate to apply. We look forward to reviewing your application!

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with Harding Display, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Harding Display, we want people to love their work and show respect and empathy to all. We are committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve and encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages, and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.

We are proud to be in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. If you require accommodation at any point through the hiring process, please contact the People & Talent Department [e-mail] the subject line: Accommodation Request.

• 150 Dynamic Dr, Scarborough, ON M1V 5A5, Canada