Structural Designer

Company Description Central Graphics & Container Group Ltd. is a machinery company headquartered at 5526 Timberlea Boulevard in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. The organization operates within the industrial and manufacturing sector, supporting clients with specialized equipment and related services. Team members work in a hands-on environment that values practical problem-solving and technical precision. The company offers opportunities for professionals who are interested in contributing to operations that support packaging, containers, and graphics-related solutions.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Structural Designer create Innovative Designs using a multitude of different software to meet or exceed client requirements, in the one hand while keeping machine ability and production cost considerations in the other.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receives Project from the Client Operations Manager, reviews them for completeness and understanding and deals with the Project Manager if there are areas requiring clarification; can deal with the customer if there has been a relationship established.
• Determines whether an existing design can be used (with improvements) as a basis or whether the project must be started from scratch; designs can take anywhere from a few hours to a week or more.
• Maintains regular liaison with other staff as the Creative Group work on a team basis for ideas and concepts.           
• Produces the proposed design parameters using ARTIOS CAD and/or Solid works software; reviews them with the Account Manager and the client if clarification is required. Obtains a signed disclaimer if the client insists on a condition with which the Designer does not agree for technical reasons.        
• Maintains cognizance of the price range for the product established by the Account Manager and produces a design that is compatible and a leading edge solution consistent with customer requirements. Always taking into consideration function and ease of assembly.
• Provides routing that stays within machine capabilities; maintains constant liaison with the production group as a new design starts up and as output continues.
• Has infrequent liaison with our internal Co-packers line leaders
• Accessible to assist sales with technical information and visits to the customers.
• To be familiar with all facets of the manufacturing process to endure all specifications are consistent and utilize company advantages.
• All relevant ISO procedures are followed.
• Continues to develop knowledge of Industry trends, Packaging Material, Government regulations and Production and Test methods. 
• Keep the appropriate people advised as to any deviation or delay to assigned tasks.
• Works with Account Managers, Project Managers-Packaging and Display team and Production personnel on problems concerning estimating, specifications, tooling or anything affecting the quality of our product.
• Undertakes development projects to create new customers for our products.
• Produces Mfg. Specs, and emailing completed designs to our Suppliers when requested.
• Assist in checking incoming Steel Rule Dies and Mylars if requested.
• Assist in maintenance of Design Department, including regular clean up.
• Perform other task as may be assigned.     

ACADEMIC AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 4-5 year certificate from college or technical school;
• Min 2-3 year related experience and/or training; Or equivalent combination of education and in field experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Microsoft Office
• Artios CAD
• Solid Works – Not a must but preferred
• Cape/Tops
• Adobe Illustrator
• Relationship and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Organizational and time management

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office environment, photocopiers, printers, etc.
• Minimal travel between locations