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Technical Drafter

Emmerson Packaging is a third-generation family-owned company. We are an industry leader in flexible packaging solutions, and we love what we do! We pride ourselves on meeting and exceeding the highest quality standards in everything we do, including adding talented people to our team! This passion and pride have won us the distinction of being named one of Canada’s Best Managed companies for 16 years running.

This is a full-time, permanent position.

Our Values say it best:

• We enhance our lives by helping others succeed
• We care about our clients, each other, and our communities
• We are responsible for the outcome of our actions
• We strive to do the right thing, even if it costs us

JOB SUMMARY:

Emmerson Packaging is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Drafter to join our dynamic team. The Technical Illustrator plays a critical role in developing and delivering flexible packaging specifications. As a technical resource, the Technical Illustrator collaborates with customers, packers, graphic designers, converters, and internal departments to ensure seamless packaging solutions that meet performance and aesthetic requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Specification Development:Create precise die lines as templates for graphic layouts, converting specifications, and product packing requirements using the latest vector design production layouts for print, lamination, trimming, and perforation processes.
• Project and Resource Management:Maintain and manage production drawing logs and design quality checks on production drawings and product specification forms.
• Prototyping and Evaluation:Hand-make prototypes using paper- and film-based packaging existing package samples, document specifications, and support quoting for new business opportunities.
• Collaboration and Consultation:Assist Sales and Marketing teams by providing design consultations, conceptual package designs, and packaging open communication with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure packaging solutions meet requirements.
• Innovation and Continuous Learning:Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and trends in packaging design and manufacturing.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Abides by all Emmerson Packaging ’s Management System policies, follows

procedures, work instructions and other requirements including adherence to

EH&S Act regulations.

• Obligation to take any necessary steps/actions to continue adherence to the

Management System (quality and environmental). If the necessary steps are outside

assigned authority, there is an obligation to bring the issue to his/her supervisor.

COMPETENCIES:

• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel software programs
• Must have proven ability to multi-task effectively
• Strong technical drawing and design skills.
• Proficiency with design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, CAD tools).
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

REQUIRMENTS:

• Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Drafting, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology, Graphic and Print Production, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Complete testing per WIN_0069 – General Hiring Practice Guidelines
  

PREFERRED:

• Experience with packaging materials, converting processes, and graphic layout specifications is considered an asset.
• Experience in prototype development is a plus.

What's in it for YOU?

• Competitive wages
• Training and development support
• On site gym and cafeteria
• Being part of an awesome team

If you are passionate about design and innovation and want to contribute to delivering exceptional packaging solutions, we invite you to join our team at Emmerson Packaging!

please visit the careers section on our website and apply today at