Junior Packaging & POP Designer

Smurfit-Westrock; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Retirement savings plan

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking an entry‑level Associate Designer to support the POP display team. You’ll help develop structural specs, assemble white samples, and prepare detailed instructions while collaborating with design, sales, and project management in a fast‑paced environment.

You’ll gain exposure to the full design‑to‑manufacture process and learn industry tools, with hands‑on training and steady mentorship to grow professionally.

Qualifications

• Related experience in a creative, technical, or production‑focused setting is a plus.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; familiarity with InDesign & Photoshop
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• A basic ability to visualize and understand how flat parts fold and assemble in 3D
• A mechanically inclined mindset is a plus
• Eagerness to learn new design software and industry equipment
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship in building physical samples and documentation
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• A proactive, reliable work ethic and a strong desire to learn and grow professionally
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative way
• Self‑motivation, enjoying a high‑paced environment with an ability to coordinate multiple projects

Responsibilities

• Develop structural spec packages for POP displays and packaging
• Create clear, accurate pack‑out and assembly instructions utilizing Illustrator and ArtiosCAD.
• Cut and assemble white samples using Kongsberg cutting tables
• Construct presentation‑quality mockups using wide‑format printers and other prototyping tools
• Prepare, pack, and ship samples and presentation materials using standard shipping platforms
• Maintain well‑organized records of project files, instructions, and materials
• Collaborate with designers to meet project timelines and deliverables
• Gain firsthand experience with a turnkey organization - from design, to manufacturing, and to assembly
• Communicate effectively, follow detailed instructions, and consistently meet deadlines

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

3D visualization

Tools

Kongsberg cutting tables

ArtiosCAD

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking an entry‑level Associate Designer to support the POP display team. You’ll help develop structural specs, assemble white samples, and prepare detailed instructions while collaborating with design, sales, and project management in a fast‑paced environment.

You’ll gain exposure to the full design‑to‑manufacture process and learn industry tools, with hands‑on training and steady mentorship to grow professionally.