Cutting Operator

Graphic Packaging International; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k)

Health benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

FSAs

Voluntary benefits

Adoption assistance

Employee discounts

EAP

Tuition assistance

PTO

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is hiring a Die Cutter Operator to join our production team in Iowa. You will set up and run die-cutting machines, monitor quality, and ensure safe, efficient production across shifts.

The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to follow technical instructions, color vision, and flexibility for overtime. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities within a global packaging network.

Qualifications

• Must have strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow technical instructions.
• Ability to distinguish color variation and perform precise measurements.
• Willingness to work overtime and across multiple shifts.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Make-ready, adjust, and run jobs to meet safety and productivity standards.
• Inspect job orders, stock specifications, and die cutting instructions.
• Check cutting dies for defects and apply corrective actions.
• Make adjustments to ensure quality and communicate information between shifts.
• Perform maintenance and cleaning of the Die Cutter as required.
• Record production metrics accurately through SAP.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Reading instructions

Math skills

Color vision

Shift flexibility

Job description

About Graphic

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with our policies and procedures
• Make-ready, adjust, and run jobs as efficiently as possible to meet safety and productivity standards
• Examine job order to determine quantity to be cut, stock specifications, and special die cutting instructions
• Examine cutting dies for visual defects and apply correcting solution to repair minor defects
• Make necessary adjustments to ensure quality
• Ensure information is communicated between shifts
• Perform proper and required maintenance as well as cleaning of Die Cutter
• Maintenance duties include stooping under machinery, entering confined spaces and climbing ladders
• Accurately record production metrics through SAP
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude/skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to understand technical written and verbal instructions
• Strong computer and math skills required
• Ability to accurately distinguish color variation
• Must be able to work other shifts and overtime as necessary

Required Experience

• Prior folding carton experience preferred

Physical Demands

• Occasional bending, reaching, twisting and stooping
• Ability to read computer screens and other electronic devices
• Occasional squatting and kneeling for cleaning and clearing jams
• Pushing/pulling/lifting to 50 lbs.
• Ability to distingusih color

PAY RANGE: $25.61 - $37.96

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities

Responsible for compliance with all facility food safety, food defense, and quality policies and procedures including product safety (GMPs)/Sanitation policies and procedures. Employees must continually work to promote the orderliness and cleanliness of their work area in support of SQF/5S and other company standards.

GPI Benefits Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [e-mail].

Recruitment Agency Partnership Notice

We value partnerships and maintain a strict process for engaging external agencies. Due to compliance requirements, we do not accept unsolicited resumes. Agencies must be fully onboarded and have an active, executed agreement in place with Graphic Packaging to submit candidates for open positions. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Graphic Packaging, and no recruitment fees will be owed.

Requisition: 16471