Die Cutting Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Brook & Whittle • New Century, KS

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Die Cutting Machine Operator sets up, operates, and maintains flat-bed or rotary die cutting machines to produce specified shapes from different materials. The role involves preparing and aligning dies and materials, adjusting machine settings, checking test runs, inspecting output for quality, and performing routine machine maintenance. The operator works with other departments and maintenance personnel on projects and validations, follows established safety procedures and company processes, and contributes to continuous improvement, quality, cycle-time improvement, safety, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction. Daily, timely attendance is required. The position is on a third shift scheduled Sunday 10:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. and Monday through Thursday 12:00 a.m.–7:00 a.m.; a shift differential applies to the base rate of pay. Overtime, rotating shifts, and work on holidays or weekends may be required.

The work takes place in a manufacturing environment with possible exposure to dust, dirt, high noise levels, chemicals, and other hazardous conditions. Safety regulations follow OSHA guidelines. Physical tasks include standing for most of the shift in two-hour increments; walking short distances while moving rolls to a shipping table; and frequently bending, stooping, squatting, grasping, reaching, and moving around office and production areas. The position may require sitting and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 20 pounds, with occasional heavier effort noted. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Brook & Whittle Ltd. produces pressure-sensitive, flexographic, and shrink-sleeve labels for consumer markets. The company describes its culture as collaborative and team-oriented, with an emphasis on professional, ethical, and fair standards, diversity, recognition, advancement opportunities, sustainability, print innovation, and technological advancement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to perform under deadline constraints and meet quality standards.
• Detail-oriented with excellent, quality-driven work habits.
• Able to lift, push, or pull up to 20 pounds unassisted, or more occasionally.
• Able to stand for most of the shift in two-hour increments.
• Able to walk short distances carrying rolls to a shipping table.
• Able to bend, stoop, squat, grasp, and reach frequently.
• Able to differentiate between color variance.
• Willingness to work overtime, rotating shifts, and, if needed, holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand the job jacket to ensure required materials and dies are available for the job.
• Set up the machine by positioning dies, aligning materials, and adjusting machine settings as needed.
• Run a test and check positioning; obtain supervisor sign-off.
• Monitor output quality and inspect products to ensure they meet specifications.
• Perform routine machine maintenance to support efficient operation.
• Follow established safety procedures and policies.
• Work with other departments and maintenance personnel on projects and validations.
• Support continuous improvement, quality, improved cycle times, safety, cost reductions, and customer satisfaction.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and core processes.
• Maintain daily and timely attendance.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Teladoc telemedicine
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k), with automatic enrollment at 3% beginning the first of the month after 90 days of employment
• Short-term disability
• Voluntary life insurance
• Flexible spending account for health care and/or dependent care
• Critical illness insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Accident insurance
• Medical benefit available beginning the first of the month after 60 days of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED