Packaging Designer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Packaging Designer
Job Summary:
This is an on-site varied role within the design team of Thompson Packaging, a leading manufacturer of corrugated boxes and packaging based at the Bowthorpe Industrial Estate, Norwich. You will be using CAD technology to build bespoke packaging and designing/reworking artwork.
Core Responsibilities:
- Work with KASEMAKE AutoCAD software to produce packaging designs and samples.
- Create and rework artwork from initial briefs to layouts, 3D visuals & final proofs using Adobe Illustrator.
- Liaise with the sales team, suppliers, customers, and production staff.
- Use Cape Pack software to create pallet plans.
- Order and manage tooling for manufacturing.
- Occasional social media administration.
Essential Skills:
- Educated to a high level in Graphic Design and/or experience within a similar or transferable employment.
- Fluent with Adobe Illustrator.
- Strong creative outlook with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to receive and interpret briefs.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
- Work both independently and as part of a team.
- Able to work to tight deadlines.
- Full valid driving license
Desirable Skills:
- Experience working within corrugated packaging design.
- Understanding of AutoCAD software (KASEMAKE).
- Knowledge of packaging or packaging materials.
Package:
- Basic annual salary up to £30,000 (dependent on experience)
- Flexible company benefits
Start Date: Immediate
Closing Date: 31st March 2023
Please email CVs to: ken@thompsonpackaging.co.uk
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £22,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Norwich: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/03/2023
Reference ID: TPPD2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Packaging Designer roles across Thompson Packaging's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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