Structural/Graphic Designer

Buckeye-Corrugated,-Inc.; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. is seeking a design professional to develop structural packaging solutions and creative graphics for corrugated displays. You will collaborate with the design, sales, and production teams to deliver accurate schematics and art files for various printing methods.

The role combines graphic and structural design with vendor coordination and customer relationship development in a full-time, on-site setting in Greenville, SC. Strong communication and CAD skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in graphic design or packaging design.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Good knowledge of graphic design concepts and 3D visualization.
• Aptitude for rapid focus switching between tasks and projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop structural solutions for corrugated packaging and displays.
• Collaborate with customer service and production on schematics for workflow.
• Design manufacturing and shipping samples for sales and customers.
• Create, adjust, and maintain art files for printing methods and production forms.
• Grow business by developing relationships with customers and assist sales with opportunities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical/problem-solving

Creative abilities

Verbal and written communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in graphic design or packaging design

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Purpose:

Support development and growth through innovation, efficiency, and creative packaging design.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Tasks related to this position may vary and are not limited to those listed below:

• Follow established safety rules, policies and procedures at all times.
• Work with vendors on tooling, ink, and various design/production supplies.
• Check in and service tooling such as cutting dies and printing plates.
• Problem-solve with all departments to support efficient and safe manufacturing processes.
• Full-time role in an office/design department setting.

Structural Design

• Developing and designing structural solutions for corrugated packaging and displays.
• Working with customer service and production team on creating and maintaining schematics vital to the workflow of manufacturing.
• Designing manufacturing and shipping corrugated samples for the sales team and customers.

Graphic Design

• Creating, adjusting, and preparing art files for a wide array of printing methods.
• Creating, adjusting, and maintaining design and production forms.
• Work with other departments to create innovative graphics solutions.

Sales and Marketing

• Assisting in the growth of business by developing relationships with customers, and working with sales to effectively use design graphics as a sales tool.
• Understanding marketing plans and assisting sales with growth opportunities.

Additional Responsibilities

• Working with vendors on tooling, ink, and various design/production supplies.
• Checking in and servicing tooling such as cutting dies and printing plates.
• Problem solving with all departments to support efficient and safe manufacturing processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills and Behavioral Strengths:

• Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (primary Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Basic knowledge of CAD software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry is a plus.
• CAD table experience.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, trouble-shooting and creative abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree from accredited university with an emphasis in graphic design and/or structural/packaging design.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Good knowledge and grasp on graphic design concepts.
• Aptitude for 3D visualization and design.
• Attention to detail with ability to rapidly change focus between tasks and projects.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Results-oriented and able to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Mathematically inclined

About BCI:

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, employee-owned company with twelve (12) corrugated manufacturing facilities, providing an extensive range of corrugated packaging products. Located in ten states, our services and capabilities include custom-designed corrugated packaging, point-of-purchase displays, point-of-sale packaging along with fulfillment and logistics. Simply stated, we do not just make boxes. We build the means to shape impressions and influence perceptions.

BCI provides competitive pay and a robust benefits package including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision and life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, as well as a bonus plan and opportunity for employee stock ownership.