Senior Industrial Designer

Summary

The Senior Industrial Designer will execute best-in-class industrial design, working on transformative structural packaging focused projects that merge functionality, sustainability, and craft. This designer will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners across Chobani and La Colombe in engineering, product development, the commercial team, and the creative studio.

This is a hands-on senior role, with responsibility and accountability for leading, developing, and delivering structural packaging solutions under the direction of Head of Industrial Design. The role requires deep experience in FMCG packaging, high volume manufacturing, design industry tools and processes, including CAD, rendering, generative AI, rapid prototyping.

Working as an embedded member of the industrial design team, you will translate design intent into manufacturable outcomes while maintaining alignment with brand standards and consumer experience goals.

Responsibilities

Packaging Development & Execution
· Develop primary, secondary, tertiary packaging solutions including bottles, vessels, and folding structures
· Translate design concepts into prototype-ready CAD models and technical specifications
· Ensure all outputs meet design-for-manufacture and brand considerations

Dielines, CAD & Visualization
· Build accurate dielines and structural layouts for prototyping and production
· Develop 3D CAD models using Onshape (preferred) or SolidWorks, Fusion 360, ArtiosCAD, Impact, or similar
· Produce renderings and visualizations to communicate structure, materiality, and design intent
· Maintain organized and accurate design documentation

Prototyping & Iteration
· Create rapid physical prototypes to test form, usability, and structural performance
· Iterate quickly across multiple concepts while maintaining high-quality execution
· Work closely with engineering and suppliers to validate feasibility and refine solutions

Cross-Functional Collaboration
· Partner with engineering, product development, the commercial team, and the creative studio.
· Collaborate with internal packaging and plant engineers and external suppliers to align on feasibility and production requirements

Collaborate with product development and other stakeholders to ensure successful alignment between product, business case, and potential design solutions· Ensure brand intent is accurately translated into structural packaging solutions

Operational Support
· Support multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
· Apply sustainable design principles in material selection and structural decisions
· Contribute to efficient workflows and file management practices

· Mentor and manage seasonal interns

Requirements

Qualifications

· Degree in Industrial Design, Packaging Design, or related field
· 6-10 years of experience in structural packaging design, preferably in FMCG/CPG
· Demonstrated experience creating and iterating dielines for production
· Experience designing both primary packaging (bottles, cups) and secondary packaging systems
· Proficiency in 3D CAD (Onshape preferred; SolidWorks, Fusion 360, ArtiosCAD, Impact, or similar)
· Proficiency in rendering tools (KeyShot) and Adobe Creative Suite
· Strong prototyping and model-making skills (paperboard, corrugate, 3D printing, etc.)
· Working knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and packaging production workflows

Essential Soft Skills

· Form constructive rapport with, and present to, Senior Leadership

· Strong technical execution and attention to detail
· Ability to iterate quickly while maintaining accuracy and quality
· Clear communication across design, engineering, manufacturing, and product teams
· Ability to follow direction while contributing proactively to problem-solving
· Sensitivity to brand and consumer experience in packaging design

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafés nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.

For more information, please visit  www.chobani.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this full-time position is $94,000.00 - $147,950.00, + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid time of including: 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, and paid volunteer time off.