Our client is seeking a qualified Die Cutting Operator Apprentice to join their team in Fitchburg, MA

Schedule : 1st shift 6 : 50am-3 : 00pm

Starting Rate : $16.00 / Hr

REQUIREMENTS :

• Candidate must have mechanical aptitude and previous manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and write English
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic computations, (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication & Division),
• Basic computer skills
• Three months experience in a graphics arts or paper / paperboard converting process preferred.
• Without previous experience, as stated above, previous experience in the adjustment and operation of machinery in a manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Must be capable of working independently after initial training period.
• Must be able to handle frequent interruptions and re-formulation of plans.
• Ability to vary work pace, including work rapidly, display initiative, perform detailed examinations and remain attentive to details.
• Heavy lifting of 45 pounds and over

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Production of die cut product in a manner that provides consistent and accurate die positioning to graphics, proper and thorough cutting, precise and accurate creasing / folding properties, precise and proper cut-score depth and orderly product delivery.
• The release of die cut product to the Finishing processes.
• Reviews job specifications including job order directions, department supplemental instructions, die vinyl / diagrams, samples and proofs.
• Installs tooling into die cutting machinery, (cutting, creasing, waste removal and blank separation tooling).
• Creates spot-up sheets behind the die and applies spot-up tape as necessary to achieve optimum cutting pressure.
• Adjusts multiple-sheet detection devices
• Adjusts side-guide, head-stop and gripper devices to accurately align streams of sheets into position with the die stationary die tooling.
• Removes die tooling from machinery and returns tooling to set-up personnel.
• Documents production quantities, production time periods and quality problems.
• Obtains die impressions, carbon paper outlines on crease plate material, and spot-up packing paper using die cutting machinery.
• Jogs pallets of paperboard and turns the pallets of paperboard over, using aerator / skid turning machinery.
• Manually jogs and stacks paperboard.
• Delivers pallets of die cut product to the next process.
• Moves waste product to recycling centers.
• Delivers pallets of die cut product to the next process.
• Performs scheduled maintenance and minor repairs on die cutting machinery.
• Performs housekeeping tasks around the assigned machinery and in the department.
• All other task as assigned.

For immediate consideration please contact Chelsey at 978-798-1610.

Last updated : 2024-04-25