Head of Structural Design (Signing Bonus eligible!) at Harding Display — NeverHard

Department: Design Reports to: Studio Director Location: 150 Dynamic Drive, Scarborough Location Type: Onsite with flexibility Vacancy Type: This is an existing vacancy WHO WE ARE Harding Display Corp (HDC) is one of Canada’s pre-eminent point-of-sale and in-store marketing solution providers. Based in Scarborough, Ontario, we’re a family-owned company that’s proudly served clients across Canada and the U.S. since 1927! Our clients include premier tier-1 CPG organizations who rely on us for our best-in-class customer-focused approach and innovative designs of temporary and permanent displays. More importantly, though, we are backed by a strong team of dedicated, diverse employees in all segments of our temporary and permanent business divisions including Sales, Graphic/Structural/Industrial Design, Production, Manufacturing, Logistics, Accounting, and People & Talent. THE OPPORTUNITY Reporting to the Studio Director, the Head of Structural Design is a dual role, responsible for both the day-to-day designing, detailing and engineering of corrugate displays (from prototype through to production) as well as leading and motivating a team of like minded ArtiosCAD experts. The Head of Structural Design will have an excellent technical background and understanding of the material and the processes of building displays that focuses on quality, assembly, stability, functionality, production efficiencies and budget. You will build on an already strong and capable structural design team by refining and advancing technical excellence, process discipline, and innovation. The Head of Structural Design will work with the Head of Graphic Design and Studio Coordinator to manage all design projects and ensure proper resource allocation and scheduling within the design department. HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT As a Design Leader; Regularly report on your team’s metrics Proactively analyze workflows and identify opportunities for improvement Ensure new solutions are documented and standardized Work cross-functionally with graphic design, sales, production, and suppliers to ensure design accuracy and execution Lead innovation initiatives on the Structural Design team Lead and support your team through coaching, performance management, and maintaining design process consistency Stay current on industry trends, materials, software, and technologies through tradeshows, events, and customer brainstorming sessions Develop CAD specifications, 3D models, or sketches for client presentations Lead your team to ensure On-Time In-Full delivery and adherence to deadlines Monitor project timelines, scope changes, budgets, and workload while proactively resolving issues and risks As a Designer; Review design briefs and ensure all project requirements and deliverables are clearly understood Prepare bills of materials, production files, tooling die files, and instruction sheets for production teams Collaborate with prototype technicians to assemble, test, validate, and improve display designs YOU’LL SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE 10 + years of experience in designing and engineering semi-permanent corrugate POP displays 5 + years of experience in leading people Postsecondary education in Packaging Design, Industrial Design, Engineering, Architecture, Graphic Design or equivalent experience Advanced experience using ArtiosCAD specific to the retail design and POP industry Working knowledge of ArtiosCAD programming AI knowledge is a great asset Experience using a Kongsberg cutting table Experience using Adobe CC (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat) Advanced knowledge of corrugate substrates and manufacturing processes Experience working with Graphic Designers with an expert understanding and knowledge of printing processes Effective teamwork capabilities Process improvement mindset/Lean certification is an asset Ability to manage and organize multiple competing priorities Strong attention to detail Strong organizational and time management skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to produce sketches (informal and formal) Don’t tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you! We place high value on mindset, motivation, and the strengths you may bring to our team. If this role excites you, go ahead and apply. We’d love to learn more about what you bring to the table. To be considered for this role, please ensure your application is fully completed. Only candidates with complete profiles will be reviewed, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. WHY WORK WITH US? Our business continues to evolve, and we are looking for top talent to join our team and fuel our continuous growth. At HDC, we believe in People First, where everyone is welcome, and everyone knows you by name – you are never just a number! We acknowledge that Powerful Communication is our oxygen, and that we can’t live without it. Our Growth Mindset encourages us to be open to learning and adaptable to new ways of doing things. We are leaders in our industry, and our expertise allows us to Innovate Forward, bringing the best and brightest products and services to our clients. We relentlessly seek Continuous Improvements, looking for opportunities to work smarter, not harder. Benefits of Joining Us Competitive pay + bonus opportunity Paid time off including vacation and sick/personal days Health benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision care, short and long-term disability (STD/LTD), life insurance, and an employee & family assistance program (EFAP) Ongoing team and company social events and celebrations Exposure to cutting-edge projects with high-profile clients Fun, collaborative work environment with a group of seriously talented individuals! Compensation We strive to offer compensation that is fair, competitive, and reflective of each individual’s experience and contributions. Compensation will vary based on experience and skill level (Developing, Proficient, Highly Proficient, Expert, Management, Senior Leader). Candidates who are continuing to develop key skills may be considered below the range, while those who bring specialized expertise, exceptional impact, or deep industry knowledge may be considered above it. The target compensation for this role is $100,000+ annually and reflects a professional at a Proficient level. PS: Signing bonus available. Amount to be determined based on experience and overall job match. HOW WE HIRE: Artificial Intelligence We prioritize a human-first approach to hiring, while also recognizing that AI tools can provide valuable support. AI may be used to assist with certain early steps in the process, such as reviewing and scoring questionnaire responses, but applications are ultimately reviewed by a member of our People & Talent Team and the hiring manager. Final hiring decisions are always made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Diversity and Accessibility At Harding Display, we want people to love their work and show respect and empathy to all. We are committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve and encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages, and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business. We are proud to be in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (IASR). If you require accommodation at any point through the hiring process, please contact the People & Talent Department at careers@hardingdisplay.com using the subject line: Accommodation Request.