Packaging (CAD) Technologist

GPA Global operates as a global packaging solutions provider.

We offer our clients a holistic solution - providing every service associated with a packaging project. From concept through to design, development, production, inspection, and logistics, our capabilities touch all bases. As a global organization with regional manufacturing and logistics sites in Europe, North America, and Asia, we have created an infrastructure that services our clients with an on-the-ground customer-centric relationship but with the weight of a global operation.

Specializing in a myriad of materials and processes, from folding cartons to rigid boxes and multi-material luxury production, GPA Global is the complete packaging partner for today's global brands.

As part of the team, you are expected to play a critical part in the development and success of The GPA Tech & Innovation Centre facilities.

You will provide innovative and tailored design solutions for our existing and potential customers.

Packaging Technologist Key Responsibilities

• Deliver cost saving and value-added solutions, in line with customer briefs, that are optimised for efficient manufacture and to the required performance standard.
• Operate the CAD cutting table, Digital Printer, and finishing equipment to produce customer samples to the required quality standard.
• Produce design documents to the required quality standard, including specifications, artwork layouts, and 3D visuals.
• Attend customer meetings and present design solutions as required, either at the office or at the client's office if required.
• Carry-out ongoing maintenance programmes and updating of facility equipment and services

You are expected to be comfortable with the following

- Capably listening to the customer's needs and being able to communicate in a professional and coherent manner.

- Taking design briefs and using the latest CAD equipment, you will be creating industry-leading samples for customers.

- Working to provide tailored solutions to all our customers whilst ensuring you take a caring approach to their business requirements and challenges

- Accessing consumer tastes, market trends, and product details to conceptualize package designs

- Working closely with our customers, you will ensure goals are met whilst considering branding, performance, and cost implications.

Packaging Technologist - Key Skills required

• CAD experience
• Track record of cost saving projects
• Demonstrate cost-effective packaging projects that meet customer needs
• Adobe CC experience (Illustrator / Photoshop)
• Microsoft Office Experience
• Structural design skills
• In-depth knowledge across a broad range of packaging types including, but not limited to, Rigid Board and Folding Carton
• Graphic design skills
• Demonstrate a good knowledge of all packaging materials & their uses
• An understanding of packaging manufacturing processes and techniques

We offer bold remuneration, private health insurance, income protection and life insurance, and 25 days of holidays.