Packaging Design Engineer - Durban at Defy Appliances

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with staff from marketing, manufacturing, graphics, and shipping departments to optimize package design.

• Oversees the design of the finished product packaging, emphasizing marketability and cost efficiency.
• Test the packaging systems and components for new and existing products.
• Uses computer-assisted design (CAD) software to develop point-of-sale displays for products and packaging.
• Researches and introduces prototype packaging using materials such as folding cartons, plastics, and corrugated shipping containers.
• Drafts specifications for new packing materials that will adequately protect finished products. To manage and implement cost reduction/quality improvement projects.
• To ensure products comply to standard requirements and Safety. Analysis Data and Preparing Reports.
• Performs other duties as required

Required Skills and Abilities

• Proficient with computer-assisted design (CAD) software. Knowledge of packaging material and design.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Technological knowledge.
• Complex problem-solving skills and Mathematics and physicals skills. Innovative thinking.

Education and Experience:

• Mechanical Engineering or related field required. Two years of experience in packaging design preferred.
• Materials Engineering would be advantageous.

 Physical Requirement

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift at least 30kg at once.