Die Cutting Operator (55238)
About The Position
Get to know us. 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. Check us out at www.millrockpackaging.com ! Why we think you’ll love it here. Our culture. We’re a team that is stronger together. We put safety first and believe that our people , customers, and investors are core to our success. Competitive compensation. The base pay range for this position is $18.77 - $25.03 . In addition, we offer a shift differential for our 2 nd shift team members. Pay is based on a variety of complex factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for overtime pay. We’re big on benefits. Following 31 days (about 1 month) of employment, employees joining our team in South Windsor have access to robust benefits via the Teamsters Local 671 Health Services and Insurance Silver Plan: Comprehensive medical insurance with a set employee premium contribution of only 12% Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation and sick time plus observed company holidays Earned additional PTO rewards available for perfect attendance. Pension with employer contributions How You Can Make an Impact As a Die Cutting Operator, 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 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. WE TRAIN ON SITE! A Day in the Life Responsible for safely and efficiently operating a die cutting machine. Stage all materials for next job on press (printed sheets, cutting die, plate and blanking tools). 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 good manufacturing policies as they relate to food safety Perform other job duties as assigned. This is a full-time, on-site position on second shift (3:00PM-11:00PM Eastern Time Monday-Friday). However, changes in manufacturing needs and schedules may necessitate a change to the original agreed upon hours, or the working of additional, overtime hours. Every effort will be made to give advance notice of any permanent changes.
Requirements
- 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 will be considered.
- Ability to read and comprehend safety and operational instructions, procedures, and policies.
- Ability to communicate effectively 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 carry out detailed written and/or verbal instructions and operational procedures.
- Basic computer skills are necessary to read work instructions, record job data, follow work schedules, and communicate electronically via email.
- Attention to detail.
- Mechanical and technical aptitude.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
- Ability to interpret product layouts and production specifications
- Ability to read and interpret a tape measure and measurements with speed and accuracy.
Nice To Haves
- Mechanical background preferred.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for safely and efficiently operating a die cutting machine.
- Stage all materials for next job on press (printed sheets, cutting die, plate and blanking tools).
- 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 good manufacturing policies as they relate to food safety
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical insurance with a set employee premium contribution of only 12%
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation and sick time plus observed company holidays
- Earned additional PTO rewards available for perfect attendance.
- Pension with employer contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
