Die Cutting Operator (53075)

Impressions International Limited • Aurora, CO

258d • $22 - $30

About The Position

Mill Rock Packaging (MRP), a quickly growing U.S.- based packaging company and a market leader in the design, engineering and production of high-end, sustainable, and customized graphic paperboard, folding carton and commercial printing products. MRP serves customers in various industries including consumer staples, food and beverage, technology, pharmaceuticals, health, beauty and more. MRP is searching for a passionate and agile Die Cutter Operator who is a problem-solver and excited by challenges and the opportunity to build something great with us. As a Die Cutter Operator in the Cutting Department, you will be responsible for all activities associated with the set-up, make ready, operation, cleanup and order documentation of the die cutting machines in the Aurora facility. This is a fast-paced role where you will leverage your problem-solving abilities and respond quickly to continually changing priorities as you coordinate multiple projects. You will have a critical role in the plant as you will help to ensure the safe and quality cutting of folding carton products.

Requirements

• Die Cutting Operator experience required.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standard situations.
• Basic computer skills are required to read work instructions, record job data, follow work schedule, and communicate via email.
• Time Management.
• Detail Oriented.
• Technical Capacity.
• Problem Solving/Analysis.
• Product layouts and production specifications.
• Ability to communicate and understand all procedures and policies.
• Read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to respond to continually changing priorities and coordinate multiple projects.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Paperboard folding carton industry experience.
• Mechanical background preferred.
• Paperboard Folding Carton Industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safely and efficiently operating a die cutter machine.
• Set up of press and make ready of jobs.
• Must be open to working multiple shifts.
• Stage all materials for next job on press (printed sheets, cutting die, plate and blanking tools, platforms for loading material).
• Monitor sheets while job is running.
• Transport die cut loads to Gluing and Stripping staging areas.
• Conduct routine maintenance.
• Help maintain organization of plates and cutting dies.
• Assist in process improvement/waste reduction techniques.
• Follow all departmental policies, safety rules and procedures.
• Follow all manufacturing policies as they relate to food safety.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $22-$30 per hour
• Safety and people-first and team-oriented culture
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation and sick time plus observed company holidays
• 401K with Employer Match
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life Insurance
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED