Structural Designer

Pratt Industries; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401(k) Company matching after 90 days

Tuition reimbursement and paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading packaging company in Minnesota is seeking a Structural Designer to oversee the creation of artwork and structural box samples. This role involves analyzing customer needs, producing samples, and collaborating with Sales Representatives to enhance customer satisfaction. Candidates should have significant experience in graphics or drafting with a strong background in CAD. Join a company that values sustainability and employee growth, offering excellent benefits including tuition reimbursement and a 401(k) matching program.

Qualifications

• Five years experience in a graphics, drafting or related field.
• 3-5 years experience in the packaging or a related field is preferred.
• Training in art is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee creation of artwork and structural box samples.
• Analyze customer needs and production feasibility.
• Produce samples on CAD table or cut samples by hand.

Skills

Good communicator with customers and sales staff

Experience in a graphics, drafting or related field

Education

College education or heavy college coursework in CAD, drafting, design, and engineering

Tools

Artios CAD

Kongsberg table

Job description

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Pratt Industries is America's 4th largest paper and packaging company with more than 12,000 highly skilled green collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than twenty states. The company operates several of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by harvesting the urban forest.

Why choose Pratt?

• Our Culture
• 85,000 trees
• 35 million gallons of water
• 20 million kWh of electricity
• 5,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions
• 16,500 cubic yards of recyclable materials from the ending in the landfill
• Growth/Development – we believe strongly in investing in our talented people as we know that their success means our collective success.
• Family – we view each of our fellow coworkers as extended family and are proud to welcome each of you.
• Sustainability - Pratt Industries’ is the world’s largest, privately‑held producer of 100% recycled containerboard, and we continue to invest in sustainability. Currently, we save DAILY
• Growing Team - year over year, Pratt expands its customer base, the number of facilities it operates, and the number of talented team members it employs.
• Business Model - Our “Close the Loop” model allows us to help the environment, our people, and our communities

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision benefits on the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• 401(k) Company matching contribution after 90 days of service.
• FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID parental leave after 12 months of service.

What does a Structural Designer do for Pratt Industries?

Responsible for overseeing creation of artwork and structural box samples to assist Sales Representatives in sales promotions. This function is crucial to gaining and keeping customers through unique and quality boxes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Formulate and communicate ideas for new accounts or products, analyzing customer needs and production feasibility.
• Accompany Sales Representatives on occasion to present new products or designs to customers or prospects.
• Review accounts and make recommendations for updates on style, board weight, new developments, etc.
• Analyze changes in the industry and research innovations in equipment that can be adapted to company operations.
• Produce samples on CAD table or cut samples by hand.
• Make production specifications from proto-type.
• Responsible for meeting deadlines with possible overtime required.
• Implement, maintain, and support all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Qualifications

• College education or heavy college coursework in the field of CAD, drafting, design, and engineering.
• Five years experience in a graphics, drafting or related field.
• Good communicator with customers and sales staff.
• PREFERRED: 3-5 years experience in the packaging or a related field.
• PREFERRED: Knowledge of Artios CAD, Kongsberg table, or similar tools.
• PREFERRED: Experience in a production/manufacturing facility, especially in the corrugated industry.
• PREFERRED: Schooling or training in art.

Pratt Industries provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.