Are you looking for a role where you can take things to the next level? We have an opening in our WA team. As a key member of our Brand and Marketing team, the Graphic Designer is responsible for the design, development, and technical preparation of packaging artwork for a diverse range of products.
We make innovative products that serve markets across plumbing, heating, and construction. Our customers' lives are made easier by us, while we sustainably deliver unrivalled returns. We operate globally with facilities across countries.
Innovative spirit drives us forward as we look ahead at new applications and challenges. From sustainability to modern built environments, we continuously improve lives and safety for generations to come.
We encourage our people to think differently and challenge the status quo. Our culture promotes collaboration and governance without bureaucracy. Everyone at RWC makes valuable contributions to our business.
About the Role: Reporting to the Brand Manager, the Technical Graphic Designer - Packaging will be responsible for designing, developing, and technically preparing packaging artwork for a wide variety of products. This role requires a strong understanding of product specifications, retail compliance, and production processes to ensure packaging is both visually compelling and production-ready.
As part of a national team, you will work collaboratively with professionals. You will enjoy being innovative and thinking outside the box, be comfortable challenging the norm respectfully, and oversee warehouse operations ensuring efficiency, safety, and accuracy in all aspects of inventory management and distribution.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and develop packaging artwork in line with brand guidelines and product requirements.
* Collaborate with product managers and engineers to ensure packaging aligns with product specifications and intended use.
Technical Artwork Preparation
* Prepare and check artwork files for pre-press and production, ensuring accuracy and compliance with supplier requirements.
* Liaise with offshore suppliers to ensure artwork is production-ready and meets technical standards.
Product & Industry Knowledge
* Maintain a working knowledge of plumbing and irrigation principles to ensure packaging accurately reflects product functionality and usage.
* Interpret technical product data and translate it into clear, consumer-friendly packaging design.
Retail Compliance & Standards
* Ensure packaging meets the requirements of major retail partners.
* Apply knowledge of GS1 standards to ensure barcode accuracy and compliance with retailer systems.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Work closely with marketing, product development, and supply chain teams to align packaging with broader business objectives.
* Support the integration of packaging into retail systems and planograms.
Education, Skills & Capabilities:
* 3+ years of Graphic Design experience.
* Proven experience in packaging design, preferably in a technical or industrial product category.
* Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
* Understanding of pre-press processes and production requirements for packaging.
* Familiarity with GS1 barcode standards and retail compliance.
* Basic understanding of plumbing and irrigation systems is highly desirable.
* Experience working with or designing for major retailers such as Bunnings.
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Commitment to continuous improvement, thinking 'outside the box', persevering for the benefit of the role/team/business.
* Self-motivated, disciplined, and driven striving for success and self-improvement.