Rotary Die Cutter Operator

International Paper•Columbia, SC

About The Position

The Rotary Die Cutter Operator monitors incoming stock, plates, drawings, and finished product to ensure they meet quality and production specifications. The operator prepares and configures the machine for factory orders, mounts cutting dies and printing plates, makes necessary adjustments, and maintains production information in the computer system. The role also includes reporting quality or maintenance issues, assisting with repairs as needed, preparing for upcoming orders when time allows, and performing other assigned duties.

Responsibilities

Monitor incoming stock for flute, size, score position, color, label, label direction, print, print direction, and condition.
Monitor plates and drawings for quality and specifications.
Mount cutting dies and printing plates.
Pull rolls according to the factory order.
Set side gates, belts, and stacker attachments according to the factory order.
Place the machine in time.
Set the caliper for the board and printing plates.
Maintain information in the computer system in a timely manner.
Make adjustments needed to ensure products meet all quality standards.
Report inability to meet quality or setup standards to the machine center.
Report maintenance problems to the machine center supervisor and assist with repairs as needed.
Prepare for the next order while monitoring current production, as time allows.
Perform quality checks before and during production to ensure standards are met and maintained.
Perform other duties as assigned.