Rotary Die Cutter Operator

About the role

The machine operator position is responsible for the day-to-day safe operation of his/her machine and overseeing of all employees assigned to his/her machine, in accordance with safety and work rules, under the supervision of Production management.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a complete understanding of mechanical functions of the machine and display a high degree of trouble-shooting ability.
• Understand basic principles of corrugated, flutes, and corrugation direction.
• Determine, as needed, the best order to run various jobs for greater efficiency.
• Responsible for set up of all sections of the machine and stacker sections.
• Able to delegate machine responsibilities to crew members to insure the most efficient operation of the machine center.
• Able to assist in run rate improvements, quality improvements and downtime elimination at the machine center.
• Able to add/remove machine parts by hand, utilizing wrenches, as needed.
• Must be a self-starter, able to operate from directions or independently as needed.
• Able to train helpers to take over the Operator position so that continuous run processes can be established, as needed.
• Ensure the quality of the finished product produced at the machine.
• Ensure productivity and throughput levels are maintained at the machine.
• Responsible for all associated order paperwork.
• Maintain quality requirements in accordance with company standards.
• Resolve quality issues, involving management for resolution of issues or confirming quality expectations as needed to ensure top quality to meet customer needs.
• Perform die cutting, square folding, automatic bottoms, gap control, adhesion printing, sheet scoring tasks.
• Perform machine maintenance and housekeeping duties.
• Work daily and weekly overtime, including weekends, as business conditions require.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma/GED preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Skills

• Self-starter and able to operate from directions or independently as needed.
• Teamwork and resolve issues effectively and professionally.
• Ability to train helpers to take over the Operator position.
• Willingness and ability to work daily and weekly overtime, including weekends, as business conditions require.

Benefits

• Health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.
• Leadership training, promotional opportunities.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hourly, Full-Time, Monday through Friday, 3:30pm – 11:20pm. Primary schedule will be 2nd shift but must be flexible/able to work overtime & weekends, if needed.