DS Smith
Packaging
DesignforVariationSpecialist
“Design for Variation Specialist at DS Smith. Skills: Packaging solutions, Design innovation, Continuous improvement. Identify packaging improvement opportunities. Deliver packaging improvement opportunities”
What You'll Achieve.
Reduced customer costs; Optimised supply chain performance; Improved product protection; Damage reduction; Improved sustainability impacts; Deliver annual packaging spend savings
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
GCSEs or equivalent, Experience designing packaging, Competence in MS Office, Confident user of CAD and graphics software, Understanding of 2D/3D drawings, Self-motivated, Detail-focused, Able to drive project momentum, Able to work collaboratively, Able to communicate effectively
Nice to Have
A-levels or degree in design-related subject, Knowledge of corrugated automotive packaging, Knowledge of supply cycles, Experience in manufacturing environments, Experience in warehousing environments, Commercial awareness
What You'll Do.
Identify packaging improvement opportunities
Deliver packaging improvement opportunities
Oversee packaging Bills of Materials
Simplify packaging range
Rationalise packaging range
Standardise packaging range
Develop fit-for-purpose packaging solutions
Produce conceptual prototypes
Produce local prototypes
Create technical drawings
Create packaging specifications
Support NPI processes
Support internal trials
Support quality improvements
Create inbound logistics pallet plans
Create outbound logistics pallet plans
Provide design-for-implementation support
Provide creative support
Apply DS Smith Way principles
Drive ongoing improvements
Deliver annual packaging spend savings
Build relationships with customers
Build relationships with suppliers
Build relationships with internal teams
Communicate project requirements
Communicate business benefits
Manage large data sets
Interpret large data sets
Produce justification documents
Take ownership for safe ways of working
Promote proactive safety culture
Promote continuous improvement culture
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Mercia Design & Innovation Team; Customer and 3PL provider; Creative and Automotive Designers; Internal technical teams; Internal operational teams; Internal commercial teams
Communication Scope
Communicate clearly; Communicate effectively
Process & Methodology
Project momentum
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