Graphic and Structural Designer

Etobicoke, Ontario

95K salary with room for growth

On Site Role

Mon-Fri

Responsibilities

• Develop structural and graphic concepts for retail merchandising displays, taking projects from initial design through prototyping, pre-production, and final approval.
• Create concept sketches, white models, mock-ups, and prototypes that meet client requirements and are suitable for manufacturing.
• Prepare and maintain structural drawings, planograms, component specifications, bills of materials, samples, and related technical documentation.
• Coordinate design projects with sales, production, assembly teams, and external vendors to ensure deadlines, budgets, and quality expectations are met.
• Evaluate designs for manufacturability, assembly requirements, packaging, shipping, and retail display compliance.
• Participate in design reviews, prototype evaluations, and production approvals, providing technical input on materials, costs, and production methods.
• Prepare assembly instructions and technical drawings for cutting dies, print plates, foam components, partitions, and wood products.
• Request vendor quotations, coordinate samples, and support the selection and development of display components.
• Operate CAD cutting table equipment when required and ensure production jobs are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Develop and maintain a library of standardized structural designs, including associated 3D models or renderings.
• Receive and process customer artwork files, enter jobs into the management information system, and prepare graphics for production.
• Create, revise, and recreate artwork as needed, including colour adjustments, typography, and file preparation.
• Prepare production-ready artwork for flexographic, lithographic, and digital printing, ensuring files meet equipment specifications and printing requirements.
• Apply knowledge of flexographic plate production, mounting requirements, die-cut layouts, regular slotted containers (RSCs), and corrugated printing processes.
• Ensure barcodes and other graphic elements are correctly incorporated into artwork and prepared for print.
• Coordinate printed labels and graphic materials with external suppliers when required.
• Work with the sales team to clarify customer artwork, resolve design questions, and incorporate Illustrator files into product specifications.
• Follow established workflows and quality standards while identifying opportunities to improve design accuracy and turnaround times.
• Provide support and guidance to colleagues as needed and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Structural Design, Graphic Design, Packaging Design, or a related discipline.
• Completion of an accredited graphics or print production program.
• At least three years of experience in structural design, graphic design, pre-press, or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience with point-of-purchase (POP) displays, packaging, corrugated products, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with corrugated materials, including various grades and flute types, as well as foam and other display construction materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Mac-based systems, ArtiosCAD, Esko cutting table software, and Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Knowledge of structural design principles, technical drawings, die-cut layouts, bills of materials, and production documentation.
• Understanding of pre-press workflows, artwork preparation, colour correction, typography, and print production requirements.
• Familiarity with flexographic, lithographic, and digital printing processes, including their file preparation requirements and limitations.
• Basic understanding of barcode requirements and their application in corrugated packaging and printing.
• Ability to interpret customer specifications and translate design concepts into practical, production-ready solutions.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective communication and customer service skills, with the ability to collaborate with customers, sales teams, production personnel, and vendors.
• Ability to follow established procedures, solve problems, and work independently as well as within a team environment.

If you are interested in applying for this role email resume to mfarnell@averyhr.com