Position : Die Cutter Operator

Location : Waco, Texas

Wage : $21.53 / hr

Work Schedule : Rotating shifts; 7am 3pm; 3pm 11pm; 11pm 7am; rotate every four weeks.

From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 all while keeping the heart of People Build Businesses alive.

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year.

Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

This position reports directly to the Shipping and Die Cut Supervisor.

What you will be doing :

• Set up and run the Die Cutter according to customer specifications.
• Examine job orders to determine quantity to be cut, stock specifications, and special instructions.
• Review scheduling list, prepare required materials to properly execute production of orders.
• Set and adjust speed, positions, and pressure tolerances of equipment.
• Move pallets, stage rolls, keep department supplied with necessary materials, cut cores, empty trash, reclaim rolls on re-winder, and pack rolls with proper labels and pallets.
• Ensure samples are collected for Quality Assurance / Customer Service as requested on the work order.
• Continuously examine products for visual defects and apply correcting solutions to defects.
• Keep recyclables, cores, cardboard, and materials separated and stored in an orderly fashion.
• Work independently, or work as a team, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Collaborate closely with other departments and teams, maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Perform all duties as designated by supervisor / manager, all duties in support of Sonoco’s quality and safety policies.

We would love to hear from you if :

• Have hands on machine set-up and run experience as Die Cutter Assistant and / or Operator.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, often carrying up to 30 pounds.
• Read a ruler and measure in inches (to 1 / 16 ), centimeters and millimeters.
• Can stand for 8-12hrs per shift.
• Can continuously move in a demanding environment.
• Can read and understand manufacturing instructions.
• Attention to details, initiative-taking, and strong organization skills.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.

S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Last updated : 2024-05-01