Lead Packaging Graphic Designer – onsite

Our client, a manufacturer and distributor of consumer products across multiple owned brands is seeking a talented and experienced Packaging Graphic Design Manager to lead packaging design initiatives and support a small in-house creative team. The Packaging Graphic Design Manager will lead and mentor a team of junior designers while remaining hands-on in the development of retail packaging. This role requires strong expertise in packaging design for physical consumer products, particularly hard goods, and an understanding of the technical aspects of packaging production. 5+ years of experience as a Senior Graphic Designer with a strong focus on retail packaging Prior experience managing or mentoring at least 1–3 direct reports Strong portfolio demonstrating retail packaging for physical consumer products Experience working with packaging production processes, including dielines and print specifications Experience collaborating with overseas manufacturers and vendors Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator Experience using AI tools to support rendering and design workflows Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong communication and organizational skills Familiarity with 3D packaging renderings or visualization tools Understanding of packaging materials and structural design considerations Experience working in fast-paced product development environments