Die Cut Operator

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

GENERAL PURPOSE:  Operate flatbed die cutter (Bobst, Iijima, Heidelberg, Sanwa, etc.)

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Sets up feeder, feed table, lock dies, internal stripper, blanker section, and operates flatbed die cutter.
• Performs preventive maintenance, including minor repairs, adjusting/modifying dies, and the use of matrix when necessary.
• Uses pre-make-ready tables.
• Nicks and prepares dies.
• Levels the cutting by using different thickness spotting tapes.
• Performs quality checks, approvals, and in process inspections.
• Prepares loads, loads material, and removes loads of material from the machine.
• Maintains die inventory.
• Trains assistants.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-4 years’ experience operating flatbed die cutter (Bobst, Iijima, Heidelberg, Sanwa, etc) or similar equipment preferred.
• Demonstrates knowledge of size and location when beginning the nicking process.
• Demonstrates ability to recognize common packaging defects (cracking, sharpness, heavy scores, line-up, tearing, flat scores, one-sided scores, light cutting, loose fibers, pressure marks, etc.).
• Experience running board stock and paper on flatbed die cutters.
• Demonstrates ability to use rulers, calipers, micrometers and other inspection equipment.
• Must have basic personal computer skills including experience with e-mail and word processing. 
• Must be able to meet the minimum requirement on a mechanical test.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must pass color vision and color hue test.
• Must pass basic reading test.
• Must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

 

Employee is required to: stand, talk, see, hear and be mobile.

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