Associate Structural Designer

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ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

About The Opportunity

·        Create detailed structural packaging designs that meet customer and operational requirements

·        Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure design feasibility and alignment with specifications

·        Produce prototypes and samples to support customer presentations and production validation

·        Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, providing timely updates to stakeholders

·        Assist in developing specifications, diagrams, and documentation for production orders

·        Participate in or lead product testing to validate design performance

Competencies

The knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that contribute to individual and organization performance.

Learning & Development

·        Demonstrates curiosity and actively seeks learning opportunities from senior designers and cross-functional partners

·        Applies feedback constructively to improve design quality and efficiency

Collaboration & Communication

·        Builds strong working relationships across teams, including Sales, Operations, and Customer Service

·        Participates in internal and external customer meetings to understand needs and present design solutions

Strategic Thinking

·        Develops awareness of the full project lifecycle, including design strategy, production feasibility, and customer experience

·        Understands how design decisions impact cost, margin, labor, and equipment capabilities

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

·        Embraces a mindset of innovation and seeks opportunities to improve design processes and outcomes

·        Contributes ideas that enhance packaging functionality, sustainability, and brand impact

Customer & Market Awareness

·        Gains familiarity with brand standards, retail environments, and shopper behavior

·        Conducts store audits to inform design decisions and ensure alignment with customer expectations

Education & Experience

·        High school diploma required, associate’s degree in design, engineering, or related field preferred

·        0–2 years of experience in structural design, packaging, or related discipline

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

·        Proficiency in ArtiosCAD; familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and Cinema 4D is a plus

·        Strong communication and collaboration skills

·        High attention to detail and commitment to design quality

·        Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

·        Primarily office-based

·        Occasional travel may be required for customer visits, audits, or production support

Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.

Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. 

Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries. 

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow. 

The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.