Industrial Designer

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We’re seeking a talented Industrial Designer for a 12-month contract opportunity with a renowned American consumer health and beauty company. This hybrid position is based in Skillman, NJ (Montgomery Township), offering the chance to work with a creative team on cutting-edge packaging design projects for leading beauty and personal care brands.

As an Industrial Designer, you’ll play a pivotal role within the Creative Design Team, overseeing the design and execution of physical packaging projects from concept to production. You’ll work closely with the Design Manager to drive innovation and deliver high-quality, functional packaging for personal care products and consumer goods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and execution of physical packaging projects for personal care and consumer packaged goods.
• Collaborate with the Design Manager to bring breakthrough beauty packaging designs to life.
• Design and manage end-to-end manufacturing processes for items like bottles, closures, cartons, and packaging for retail and e-commerce distribution.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Packaging Design, or Product Design.
• 5+ years of experience as an Industrial Designer, Packaging Designer, or Product Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing innovative and functional designs.
• Experience working with consumer brands, especially in industries such as cosmetics, electronics, or consumer goods.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks (or similar parametric surface modeling software).
• Expertise in Keyshot and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with 3D printing technologies (FDM, SLA).

Perks & Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Program
• Commuter Benefits
• eLearning & Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development

Note: To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the assignment must last a minimum of 10 weeks.

This contract role is accepting applications through January 6, 2025. If you're an experienced designer with a passion for creating innovative packaging solutions, we encourage you to apply today. Our recruitment team will guide you through the process and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.