Die Cutting Supervisor (Folding Carton Industry)

Die Cutting / Structural Design Supervisor

Position Overview

Sheboygan Paper Box Company is seeking an experienced Die Cutting / Structural Design Supervisor to lead our Die Cutting and Structural Design operations. This role is responsible for overseeing daily department activities, developing employees, coordinating production schedules, and ensuring that all work meets our standards for safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of die cutting processes, carton layouts, tooling specifications, and structural design, along with the leadership skills needed to guide employees, solve production challenges, and drive continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to take ownership of two critical manufacturing functions and work collaboratively across departments to deliver high-quality folding carton products to our customers.

Key Responsibilities

Department Leadership & Employee Development

• Lead, coach, and develop employees across the Die Cutting and Structural Design departments, providing clear direction, training, and performance feedback.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, attendance, and daily work assignments to meet production requirements and maintain appropriate department coverage.
• Promote a positive, accountable work environment built on teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.
• Address safety, performance, and attendance concerns in accordance with company policies and the collective bargaining agreement.
• Coordinate required safety training and communicate departmental goals, expectations, and performance metrics.

Production, Quality & Process Improvement

• Oversee daily operations to ensure production schedules, quality standards, and productivity goals are consistently achieved.
• Review job layouts and specifications to identify potential production issues before jobs reach the pressroom, including die specifications, rule heights, hand cuts, counters, and nicking patterns.
• Maintain final departmental quality approval responsibilities while ensuring compliance with established Quality Assurance procedures.
• Monitor departmental performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support on-time delivery.
• Participate in daily production planning meetings and scheduled operations, safety, and labor-management meetings.
• Coordinate with Production Planning, Pre-Press, Quality, Sales, and other manufacturing departments to resolve issues and ensure smooth workflow.

Equipment, Tooling & Inventory Management

• Oversee preventive maintenance schedules, maintenance logs, equipment repairs, and timely resolution of machine issues while managing costs within budget.
• Manage die tooling orders, die maintenance, and the inventory of materials, machine parts, and supplies needed to support both departments.
• Ensure equipment, tooling, and departmental resources are maintained and available to meet production demands.
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on support to employees when troubleshooting equipment, tooling, or production challenges.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure departmental operations comply with company safety policies, standard operating procedures, quality requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Promote safe work practices through consistent communication, follow-up on safety observations, and employee accountability.
• Support compliance with applicable food safety and manufacturing standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; an associate or bachelor's degree is preferred.
• 3–5 years of die cutting supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of die cutting processes, tooling, carton layouts, and nicking patterns.
• Understanding of structural design and pre-press functions, including sample room and die room operations.
• Experience leading, training, and developing employees in a production environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety requirements and OSHA regulations preferred.
• Food safety or AIB compliance experience preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Bobst die cutters is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a hands-on leader who understands the technical side of die cutting and structural design and knows how to bring people together to achieve production goals. The right candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable making decisions, resolving issues, and holding employees accountable while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork.

About Sheboygan Paper Box Company

Sheboygan Paper Box Company is a family-owned manufacturer serving customers since 1923. We take pride in our people, our products, and our commitment to quality. We are looking for leaders who want to make a meaningful impact on our operations and contribute to our continued success.