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MICHAEL J ALTER

Rochester Hills,MI

Summary

Accomplished Senior Structural Designer with over 22 years of experience, specializing in corrugated POP display design as well as creative packaging. At Landaal Packaging Systems / Westcott Displays, led a team to innovate and execute top-quality designs. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage projects from concept to completion, and deliver high-quality results within established timelines. Known for exceptional problem-solving and collaboration skills, consistently delivers projects that exceed client expectations.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Structural Designer

Landaal Packaging Systems / Westcott Displays
03.2012 - Current
  • Lead a team of corrugated structural designers, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to foster creativity and professional development.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their design and POP display needs, objectives, and brand guidelines, and translate these requirements into innovative and effective corrugated structural designs.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard design software, such as, ArtiosCAD Enterprise, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat), MS Office and Esko, as well as strong technical skills in manufacturing.
  • Utilize industry-leading design software and technologies to create detailed and accurate display and POP packaging prototypes, samples, and specifications.
  • Oversee the design process from concept development and prototyping to final production, ensuring that all display and packaging solutions meet the highest standards of quality, functionality, and sustainability.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, sales, and customer service, to coordinate project timelines and resources to ensure seamless execution of design projects.
  • Familiar with industry processes and quality standards.
  • High understanding of properties and tolerances of a large inventory of temporary materials.
  • I've stayed informed about the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in corrugated display and packaging design and sustainability, and integrate these insights into my design processes and solutions.
  • Collaborates with sales staff and customers in generating ideas and designs of POP display and signage for customers.
  • Remains up to date and current on all industry trends involving Display and POP Creative and production and design software.
  • Create white sample and full mock-ups to customer as needed for preliminary approval of structural concept.

Structural Designer

The John Christian Company
10.2002 - 03.2012
  • Create corrugated packaging that provides optimal protection/visual interest.
  • Design and prototype creative POP displays.
  • Responsible for managing and coordinating design projects, from concept, to production, to delivery.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard design software, such as, Impact CAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat). as well as strong technical skills in manufacturing.
  • Responsible for purchasing outside die cutting materials such as Magnesium Thermal dies, Emboss/Deboss dies, Laser Die Cutting Dies, and Foil Stamping dies.
  • Familiar with print production and preparation.
  • Work closely with team members, including production, sales, and customer service, to coordinate project timelines and resources to ensure seamless execution of design projects.
  • Key person in the daily operations of the design and die cutting department. Being at the hub of the operation I assumed many roles and adapted well.
  • Highly experienced with production equipment such as Bobst Automatic Die Cutter, Bobst and Moll folder gluers, Guillotine Cutters, Lamina Mounting Equipment and Clamshell die cutters.


Education

Graphic Arts/Design

Macomb College
Warren, MI
05.2002

Skills

TECHNICAL:

  • ArtiosCAD Enterprise
  • CAPE
  • Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)
  • MS Office

PERSONAL:

  • Able to multitask in a fast paced environment
  • Innovative problem-solving
  • 22 years of experience in Temporary POP Design
  • Creative, out of the box thinker

Timeline

Senior Structural Designer

Landaal Packaging Systems / Westcott Displays
03.2012 - Current

Structural Designer

The John Christian Company
10.2002 - 03.2012

Graphic Arts/Design

Macomb College

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