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Packaging Design & Development Manager

CHAPMAN'S ICE CREAM
Markdale, ON

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
6 days ago

Benefits

Casual dress
Extended health care
Disability insurance
Dental care
Paid time off
Company events
Employee assistance program
Vision care
Life insurance
On-site parking

Skills

French
Adobe Photoshop
Typography
Marketing
Engineering
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Creative Suite
Graphic design
Bachelor's
Adobe InDesign
Business
Communication skills

Full job description

THIS POSITION WORKS ON SITE IN MARKDALE, ONTARIO

Job Summary

Experienced, creative, and hands-on Packaging Design & Development Manager that brings exciting new products to life. From first concept through launch, this role plays a key leadership position in ensuring our packaging delights customers, performs flawlessly on the production line, and reflects Chapman’s standards of excellence.

This role is central to driving packaging innovation and enabling seamless new product launches through close collaboration with Design Agencies, R&D, Marketing, Sales, and Manufacturing.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

Lead end-to-end packaging design and development, from concept ideation through commercialization and launch
Drive packaging innovation that supports new product development, brand differentiation, and operational efficiency
Develop and implement sustainable packaging strategies aligned with business, cost, and environmental goals
Partner cross-functionally with Research and Development, Sales, Marketing, Production, Procurement, and external suppliers
Establish and maintain packaging standards, specifications, and best practices across the organization
Own departmental planning, resourcing, budgeting, costing, and workload distribution
Track deliverables, timelines, and performance, providing clear reporting to stakeholders
Lead, coach, and develop the packaging team, including training, performance management, and capability building

Position Requirements

Proven professional graphic design experience with a strong focus on retail packaging, including concept development and execution for in-store and online environments
High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), with a solid understanding of pre-press workflows, production files, and packaging production standards
Demonstrated ability to deliver packaging solutions that balance brand alignment, sustainability & functionality, and commercial performance
Experience designing within brand, retailer, and regulatory requirements, including compliance content, and Canadian & US regulatory standards
Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and readiness of final artwork, including 3D prototypes and press-ready files
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Design, or a related field
3–5 years of experience in packaging
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to keep the product portfolio up to date across evolving SKUs and launches
A collaborative mindset, with proven success working cross-functionally through collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Production, and external partners
High level of maturity and professionalism, paired with enthusiasm, curiosity, and a hands-on approach

Required Skills

Strong knowledge of digital and 3D design software, including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and 3D modeling tools
3+ years of experience with demonstrated success in packaging design, graphic design, or a related role
Proven ability to manage multiple complex, detail-oriented projects while meeting strict timelines and launch deadlines
Strong understanding of typography, colour theory, and branding, with the ability to translate brand strategy into effective packaging design
French is an asset

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

Markdale, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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