OH Cutter 2nd Shift

WESTERN STATES ENVELOPE COMPANY•Friendly Village II Mobile Home Park, OH

9d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Western States Envelope and Label Company is seeking motivated candidates for their Walbridge, OH plant to work as a Paper Die Cut Machine Operator, also known as a Cutter. This role is responsible for setting up and operating die-cutting machinery to produce high-quality paper products according to customer specifications and production schedules. The position requires a strong understanding of paper die-cutting processes, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality and safety. The facility is climate-controlled.

Requirements

Proficiency in reading and interpreting work orders.
Strong attention to detail.
Confident in basic math and ruler skills.
Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Excellent communication skills and willingness to collaborate with colleagues.
Prioritize safety and adhere to established safety protocols at all times.
Ability to stand and walk on concrete surfaces for the duration of a scheduled shift (8–12 hours).
Must be able to frequently bend, reach, crouch, or stoop.
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally from floor to waist and waist to shoulder.
Constant repetitive grasping and fine motor manipulation of paper materials and machine components.
Frequent twisting of the torso and lifting above shoulder height.
Must possess tactile/touch sensitivity in hands and digits.
Near and far visual acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required for quality control and safe machine operation.
Ability to perform these functions in a manufacturing environment that may include high noise levels, varying temperatures, and paper dust.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating cutting machinery in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Prior experience operating cutting machinery in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Set up and calibrate equipment to ensure precise cutting per order specifications.
Monitor the cutting process, adjusting settings as needed to maintain quality and efficiency.
Conduct regular inspections of materials and finished products to ensure they meet quality standards.
Completes paperwork using basic math skills to ensure accuracy.
Drives a forklift to load and unload truckloads of large paper rolls, gaylords of recycled scrap material, and moving large paper roles into and out of inventory for production.
Operates baler operations, including loading materials, adjusting settings, and troubleshooting equipment issues.
Safely handle and dispose of bales, following established procedures for storage, transport, and recycling.
Completes paperwork at end of tasks.