Die Cutter Operator - Bobst / Eterna

NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Opal Specialty Packaging in Orchard Hills is seeking a skilled Die Cutter Operator to set up, run, and maintain Bobst or Eterna flatbed die-cutters for premium corrugated and specialty packaging. The role emphasizes precision, quality, and safety in daily operations.

This hands-on position requires strong mechanical reasoning and the ability to troubleshoot tooling and machine settings to meet strict production targets.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Bobst or Eterna flatbed die-cutters in corrugated or packaging environments.
• Strong mechanical reasoning and understanding of board types and cutting geometry.
• Commitment to producing defect-free packaging with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up, run, and maintain Bobst or Eterna flatbed die-cutting machines.
• Perform quality checks for cutting, creasing, stripping, and blanking according to job specs.
• Monitor performance to optimize run speeds, reduce waste, and meet production schedules.

Skills

Quality assurance

Mechanical reasoning

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Bobst

Eterna

Job description

Opal Specialty Packaging is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Die Cutter Operator with experience operating Bobst or Eterna flatbed die-cutters to join our team at the Orchard Hills facility.

In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for setting up, running, and maintaining high-precision die-cutting machinery to produce premium corrugated and specialty packaging solutions. You will play a key part in ensuring our production targets, quality standards, and customer delivery timelines are consistently met.

This is a day shift role working Monday – Thursday 6am – 2.30pm and Friday 6am – 12pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform efficient, accurate set-ups, make-readies, and operation of Bobst or Eterna flatbed die-cutting machines.
• Conduct regular quality checks to ensure precise cutting, creasing, stripping, and blanking according to job specifications and customer requirements.
• Monitor machine performance to optimize run speeds, reduce waste, and minimize downtime while meeting strict production schedules.
• Inspect cutting dies, stripping tools, and counter-plates before and after runs; report and assist with basic tooling maintenance.
• Identify and resolve operational issues, registration errors, or board defects promptly during production runs.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance (cleaning, lubrication, blade inspection) and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Adhere strictly to Opal’s safety protocols, including LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), machine guarding, and manual handling guidelines.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven experience operating Bobst (e.g., SPO / Visioncut / Novacut) or Eterna flatbed die-cutters within the corrugated, folding carton, or specialty packaging industries.
• Strong mechanical reasoning and understanding of board types, cutting geometry, creasing matrix selection, and stripping setups.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to producing defect-free packaging.
• Ability to troubleshoot machine settings and material variations on the fly.
• Strong communication skills, reliability, and a collaborative team attitude.
• Forklift Licence: A valid High Risk Work Licence (LF) is highly regarded.