Print & Packaging Graphic Designer

Job Description:

ABOUT US:

ITW Car Care is a division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), specializing in automotive aftermarket products. The division offers a diverse portfolio of brands such as Rain-X wiper blades, visibility-enhancing products, and water-repellent treatments, including our 2-in-1 Glass Cleaner. Black Magic to support all your wheel and tire needs, including Tire Wet.

SUMMARY:

We are seeking an ambitious, multi-talented Packaging and Print Graphic Designer with strong expertise in packaging, print design, pre-press, and production. Knowledge of web, digital, and video is a plus. This role operates within a fast-paced, high-performance creative environment, supporting Brand, MARCOM, Sales, R&D, and cross-functional teams. The designer is responsible for developing and executing best-in-class retail and marketing assets (packaging, POP, POSM, displays, trade show, social, web, etc.) while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate brings a top-tier portfolio demonstrating strategic and concept-driven thinking, with the ability to translate consumer, retail, and brand insights into impactful design solutions that drive shopper engagement, conversion, retail performance, and brand differentiation across channels.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop high-impact, concept-driven packaging and print designs aligned with brand standards, business objectives, and retail requirements

• Apply consumer insights, market trends, and competitive awareness to create compelling visual storytelling and creative solutions that drive measurable business outcomes (engagement, conversion, retail performance)

• Create and execute integrated marketing assets across packaging, print, and digital channels, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across the consumer journey

• Partner with cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver aligned, effective creative solutions that support brand and business goals

• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, maintaining high-quality output under pressure

• Prepare and manage production-ready files, ensuring accuracy in color, layout, regulatory, and print specifications

• Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards, with strong attention to detail, accuracy, and production readiness

• Present design concepts clearly, articulating rationale and incorporating feedback to refine and strengthen creative output

• Demonstrate ownership by proactively identifying issues, solving problems, and driving projects to completion on time and on budget

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong portfolio showcasing best-in-class, concept-driven creative work with clear strategic thinking, including case-based examples of packaging that improves consumer engagement, retail presence, or brand differentiation

• 5–8+ years of experience in packaging, print, and digital design; previous CPG experience preferred

• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, managing multiple projects with strong ownership, accountability, and consistent delivery of high-quality work

• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and strategic mindset, with the ability to translate consumer insights and business objectives into creative solutions that drive measurable impact

• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, including active listening, clear presentation of ideas, openness to feedback, and ability to build effective working relationships

• Highly organized with strong time management and productivity skills, balancing competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy

• Comprehensive knowledge of print production processes, including traditional, specialty, and digital methods

• Ability to follow established processes, workflows, and brand standards, ensuring consistency and production readiness while remaining adaptable in a dynamic environment

• Experience working with Brand, MARCOM, Sales, and suppliers to develop and deliver effective, on-time marketing materials

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with a range of design tools; working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Outlook); and a basic understanding of current AI tools

• Ability to work within and adapt existing design files for updates or new executions

• Demonstrates initiative, curi