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Job Description
Job Summary
The Temporary Structural Designer (SD) both utilizes proven approaches and develops new techniques in the design, engineering, testing, organization and general execution of temporary POP display project requests (PRs). The SD carries out the above task In a timely and productive manner, In such a way as to meets budgetary requirements, so as to be producible by in house or vendor facilities within the prescribed deadline and to fit within production time-frame. Responsible to also meet the visual and structural needs of the Client, campaign, product, and/or Retailer.
Responsibilities-
Display Design
Attend a kickoff meeting at the onset of a project with Account Project Managers (APMs) to establish needs and parameters of request and to communicate any immediate concerns
Use CAD software to engineer solutions required or specified by PR and Concept Rendering
Test designed components for strength, durability and safety before finalizing prototypes
Consider environmental and process requirements specific to each PR, including but not limited to specific hazards in retail arena, client or retailer standards, ease of assembly, etc.
Develop prototype samples, either blank or with prototype or production artwork.
Operate safely in and around the TSD Facilities, tools, equipment and machinery
Foster an inclusive, collaborative and productive work environment
Project Organization
Create specification sheets (Specs) or Bill of Materials (BOMs) to departmental standard, and deliver to APMs and Estimating department for pricing and lead times
Photograph and/or package proven samples for shipment, for approval of client and/or AE
Carry out any required revisions to prototype, and subsequent updates to Specs/BOM
Communicate clearly and effectively in writing and/or using appropriate workflow software
Production Support
Prepare for and attend Sold Order and Turnover meetings, contribute as needed
Work with Production to finialize diework to eliminate downtime on presses
Attend First-Off press checks in order to confirm design performance and/or to troubleshoot
Qualifications-
Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in related field
Experience in Temporary POP Design (or adjacent industry), 5 years minimum
Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
Capacity to multitask without losing focus in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Familiarity with industry processes and quality standards, including:
Identifying properties and tolerances of a broad inventory of temporary materials
Understanding modes of operation for various internal/external production processes
Recognizing the proper conditions for different joinery techniques, including mechanical joints (tabs, slots, locks, etc.), and finished joints (twin stick, glue, stitches, etc.)
Commanding structural aptitude to solve for load-bearing, large scale and/or imbalanced displays
Observing sequence in display assembly and designing for ease of construction
Detail orientation and effective problem solving, time and data management skills
Ability to read Sold Orders and help troubleshoot jobs moving through production
Software proficiency: ArtiosCAD required, MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Smartsheet