Graphic Designer - Assembly Instruction Writer

Great Northern Corporation; New Jersey; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401k with company match

Profit sharing

Paid time off (15 days)

Paid holidays (10)

Referral bonuses

Health fitness reimbursement

Employee loan program

Job summary

Great Northern in Swedesboro, NJ is seeking a Graphic Designer - Assembly Instruction Writer to create clear written or video setup instructions for in-house fulfillment and display orders.

You will prepare technical illustrations, shoot and edit photos/videos, and collaborate across teams to meet packaging and marketing needs. A BA/BS in Graphic Arts and 3+ years of experience, plus proficiency in Illustrator, InDesign, and basic video editing, are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in the field, BA/BS in Graphic Arts preferred.
• Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and InDesign; basic video editing preferred.
• Ability to understand 3D structures; CAD experience and/or copywriting a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Creates detailed written or video set-up instructions for in-house fulfillment or retailer display orders.
• Prepares technical illustrations for set-up instructions and shoots/edits photos and video for instruction content.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to support packaging challenges and design requests; adheres to quality standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Ability to follow instructions

Multitasking

Deadline management

Education

BA/BS in Graphic Arts

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Video editing

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Graphic Designer - Assembly Instruction Writer

Great Northern Chippewa Falls, 421 Palmer Street, Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 6:00 AM

WHY GREAT NORTHERN

Great Northern is a leading developer and manufacturer of creative solutions for packaging, shipping, merchandising and distributing products for industrial, commercial and retail markets. Established in 1962 and privately owned, Great Northern has a long history of providing secure, stable and meaningful positions.

Our team members produce sustainable and eco-friendly products that are supplied to national brands that impact people's day-to-day lives.

Our Graphic Designer - Assembly Instruction Writer

Schedule

Monday through Friday, flexible, between standard business hours

LOCATION: This position will work out of the Swedesboro, NJ Office.

POSITION SUMMARY

Creates detailed written or video set-up instructions for in-house fulfillment, customer or retailer assembly:

• Prepares technical illustrations for use in set-up instructions for display orders.
• Shoots and edits photography and video for set-up instructions or other needs.

Collaborates cross-functionally to solve packaging challenges and support graphic design projects, including sales and marketing materials. Services design requests in accordance with GNC service, quality, and efficiency standards by performing the following duties.

1. Minimum of three years experience in the field, along with a College degree BA/BS in Graphic Arts preferred.

2. Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and basic video editing preferred.

3. Ability to understand structures in 3D, previous CAD experience and/or copywriting experience a plus.

4. Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

5. Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

6. Ability to follow verbal, written or diagrammatic instructions.

7. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.

8. Capable of dealing with deadline pressures.

Opportunities for Growth

You will have the opportunity to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge that can be applied to grow into new positions with higher pay. Furthermore, you can grow your career with Great Northern through advancement opportunities available at our facilities both locally and nationally.

How We Can Make a Difference:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
• 401k with Company Match Up to 4%
• Generous Profit Sharing
• 15 Days of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Referral Bonuses
• Health Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Loan Program

Great Northern is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Great Northern Chippewa Falls, 421 Palmer Street, Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States of America