Die Cutting Operator III (57064)

About the role

Mill Rock Packaging (MRP) is a growing U.S.-based packaging company and a market leader in designing, engineering, and producing high-end, sustainable, and customized graphic paperboard, folding carton, and commercial printing products. We serve customers across industries like food and beverage, technology, health and beauty, pharmaceuticals, and more. Our culture is built on five core behaviors: Lead with Safety, Build Trust, Innovate and Be Resilient, Include and Collaborate, Raise the Bar.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up, operate, troubleshoot, and optimize die cutting equipment to produce high-quality folding carton products safely, efficiently, and per customer specifications.
• Leverage technical expertise to minimize downtime, reduce waste, maintain quality standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in training and mentoring team members, serving as a resource for operational best practices and helping drive production excellence.
• Set up all sections of die cutter (feed, die, counters, stripping, blanking).
• Use hand tools to adjust machine controls for correct position and alignment of tooling.
• Execute make‑ready production runs achieving proper cutting and registration; operate die cutters to achieve high‑quality die cut pieces.
• Perform quality checks in full compliance with quality system requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance, machine cleaning, and preventative maintenance inspections.
• Oversee the work throughput and quality of Die Cutting Assistants assigned to your press machine.
• Identify deficiencies of the die cutter and assist in machine repairs.
• Assess rule, rubber and nick dies.
• Review production progress throughout the shift to measure against daily goals.
• Keep the work area clean and well organized.
• Respect and conform to all accepted safe work practices and standards.
• Ability to work overtime as needed, including weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Basic Requirements: “Can do” attitude and eagerness to learn; adept with hand tools; minimum 1‑2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment; ability to work as part of a Die Cutting Team and accept feedback; basic computer skills or willingness to learn; ability to read and understand job instructions, including custom requirements; excellent endurance to stand and move about the work area all day.
• Preferred Requirements: Paperboard folding carton industry experience; mechanical background.

Physical Requirements

• Standing/Walking: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8–12 hours per shift); occasional stair climbing.
• Lifting/Carrying: Regularly lift and move materials up to 50 lbs.
• Rep