Senior Packaging Designer

Lloyd Recruitment - East Grinstead; Redhill; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Packaging Designer to elevate their career in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role offers the chance to lead innovative packaging projects for major UK retail brands, ensuring your designs are showcased on shelves nationwide. Join a supportive, family-run business that values creativity and quality, with clear pathways for career progression. If you're passionate about design and ready to take on more responsibility, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free gym membership

Health and wellbeing programs

Retail and hospitality discounts

Health cash-back plan

Regular social events and team incentives

Qualifications

• Solid experience in packaging design, ideally within retail or FMCG sectors.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of innovative retail packaging solutions.
• Oversee packaging projects from concept to production-ready artwork.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and production teams to ensure timely designs.

Skills

Packaging Design

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

3D Rendering

Creative Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Tools

Fusion 360

Job description

Senior Packaging Designer
Location: Outskirts of Redhill (driving required)
Salary: Up to 45,000

Take your packaging design career to the next level with a leading manufacturer.

We're seeking an experienced Senior Packaging Designer to join a fast-growing, family-run manufacturing business known for its creativity, innovation, and quality. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to progress their career by taking on greater responsibilities, leading design projects, and influencing packaging solutions for major high street retailers.

Why Join Us?

• Work with major UK retail brands and see your designs on shelves nationwide
• Join an award-winning company recognised for innovation and quality
• Take on increasing responsibility, with opportunities to grow into more strategic roles
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment where your skills will be developed
• Clear career progression path, with the potential for you to lead your own team in the future

Benefits:

• Free gym membership
• Health and wellbeing programs
• Retail and hospitality discounts
• Health cash-back plan
• Regular social events and team incentives

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of innovative retail packaging solutions
• Oversee packaging projects from concept to production-ready artwork
• Produce 3D visuals, prototypes, and artwork to meet client specifications
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and production teams to ensure designs are on brand and on time
• Take on increasing responsibility for client presentations and new business pitches
• Help guide and mentor junior designers, sharing your expertise as you take on more leadership in the team
• Stay on top of industry trends, materials, and design innovations

What We're Looking For:

• Solid experience in packaging design, ideally within the retail or FMCG sectors
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
• Strong skills in 3D rendering (Fusion 360 preferred)
• Experience with cutter guides and preparing artwork for production
• Strong attention to detail and creative problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Full UK driving licence and own transport

Refer a friend and receive a retail voucher worth up to 500. Full details can be found on our website.

Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

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