Die Cutter

Summary

The Die Cutter is responsible for setting up, adjusting, monitoring, and running die cutting presses and oversee the stripping of the die cut parts. The Die Cutter is responsible for detecting cutting defects and informing the manager of possible problems.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Rubbers and sets up dies
• Sets-up die presses and makes ready for cutting
• Sets-up stripping unit on die press
• Get first off approved for cutting
• Watch for Die cutting defects, and inform manager or production planner of possible problems
• Ability to make die alterations
• Use fork truck and other equipment to move stock and other supplies as needed.
• Follow all safety and workplace rules and policies
• Help others as directed or when needed with other production operations
• Perform routine maintenance and assists with repairs of equipment
• Flexibility to move between other jobs, job classifications and buildings as directed by management
• Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
• Follows all safety and workplace policies

Competencies and Skills

• Technical Die Cutting knowledge
• Be able to set up both the clam shell and semi-auto die press
• Be able to make-ready dies for the press
• Ability and willingness to follow verbal and written direction
• Ability and willingness to stay focused on the job
• Know how to use and operate fork trucks and other equipment need to arrange stocks and supplies
• Ability to direct other on the team as needed to increase productivity
• Ability to trouble shoot and solve problems that arise
• Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
• Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment

Education/Certification

• High School Diploma or GED.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs. may be required throughout the workday