Operator, Die Cutter

Join the Imagine team • Shakopee, MN

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About The Position

Set up and operate die cutting equipment while maintaining quality, productivity, and a positive work attitude. The operator maintains quality standards, reports problems or discrepancies, keeps the work area clean and orderly, records accurate time and quantities using the “ELF” systems, and maintains glue inventory. Overtime may be needed. Other duties may be assigned. The role has no supervisory responsibilities.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 1:45–10:15 p.m. The position requires the ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; visually inspect work for defects and distinguish colors; perform frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping; complete repetitive work requiring manual dexterity; and walk and stand frequently. Chemicals and travel are not applicable.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or technical or equivalent experience.
• One year of die cutting experience on any material.
• Ability to measure fractions of an inch up to and including 32nds.
• Ability to communicate and understand written and oral instructions.
• Ability to apply written instructions to machine setup.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Reliability demonstrated through attendance, punctuality, and attention to the workstation.
• Supports a safe work environment.
• Knowledge of production materials.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to visually inspect work for defects and distinguish colors.
• Ability to perform frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping.
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work.
• Ability to walk and stand frequently.

Nice To Haves

• Large-format die cutting experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate die cutting equipment.
• Maintain quality standards.
• Report problems and discrepancies to the die cutting assistant or department manager.
• Keep the work area clean and orderly.
• Work overtime when needed.
• Report accurate time and quantities using the “ELF” systems.
• Maintain glue inventory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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