Die Cutter Operator

Mittera Group Inc; Berkeley (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and AD&D Policies

Short and Long-Term Disability

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Paid Veteran Time Off

Legal Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Mittera Group Inc. is seeking a die cutting operator in Illinois to perform setup, adjustment and safe operation of die cutting equipment, including clamshell, Bobst and Young Shin machines. You will prepare products to meet customer specifications and monitor quality during runs.

The role requires math skills, the ability to read work instructions, and strong organizational capabilities to plan and follow through with minimal supervision. Excellent safety practices are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• 1- 3 years of previous die cutting experience preferred (clamshell, Bobst, Young Shin, or similar flatbed equipment).
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos.
• Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization.
• Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to prevent errors and solve problems on all die cutting equipment.
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines.
• Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and adjust die cutting equipment (clamshell, Bobst, Young Shin, etc.) per instructions and job requirements.
• Mount dies, creasing rules, and stripping tools, and perform make-ready for proper cut, crease, and registration.
• Operate die cutting machine and ancillary equipment to cut, crease, and perforate material to specification.
• Load, feed, and jog stock, and stack finished sheets onto skids using proper lifting techniques.
• Evaluate and make decisions concerning quality of product while cutting, including cut-through and registration.
• Review job tickets and plan work processes to meet customer specifications.
• Keep accurate press sheet information with dates and counts.
• Monitor assigned machine during runs to ensure adherence to specifications and make adjustments as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance, such as lubrication, cleaning, and replacement of cutting plates and make-ready materials.
• Inspect, handle, and store dies properly, and report worn or damaged dies for repair or replacement.
• Notify supervision of mechanical/electrical problems and complete “Work Orders” for parts/repairs that require maintenance assistance.
• Follow all safety procedures, including machine guarding, lockout/tagout, and safe handling of dies and sharp cutting rules.
• Prepare load flags on each outgoing load showing the next operation or destination.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Die cutt­ing operation

Quality inspection

Safe handling of dies

Effective communication

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Perform set-up, adjustment and safe operation of die cutting equipment, including clamshell, Bobst, and Young Shin machines. Prepare product to be packed, collated or bound, ensuring that all items produced meet customer specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set-up and adjust die cutting equipment (clamshell, Bobst, Young Shin, etc.) per instructions and job requirements
• Mount dies, creasing rules, and stripping tools, and perform make-ready for proper cut, crease, and registration
• Operate die cutting machine and ancillary equipment to cut, crease, and perforate material to specification
• Load, feed, and jog stock, and stack finished sheets onto skids using proper lifting techniques
• Evaluate and make decisions concerning quality of product while cutting, including cut-through and registration
• Review job tickets and plan work processes to meet customer specifications
• Keep accurate press sheet information with dates and counts
• Monitor assigned machine during runs to ensure adherence to specifications and make adjustments as needed
• Perform routine maintenance, such as lubrication, cleaning, and replacement of cutting plates and make-ready materials
• Inspect, handle, and store dies properly, and report worn or damaged dies for repair or replacement
• Notify supervision of mechanical/electrical problems and complete “Work Orders” for parts/repairs that require maintenance assistance
• Follow all safety procedures, including machine guarding, lockout/tagout, and safe handling of dies and sharp cutting rules
• Prepare load flags on each outgoing load showing the next operation or destination
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In keeping with Mittera’s philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach their full potential, and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 1- 3 years of previous die cutting experience preferred (clamshell, Bobst, Young Shin, or similar flatbed equipment)
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
• Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization
• Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to prevent errors and solve problems on all die cutting equipment
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
• Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera’s full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers’ brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Veteran Time Off
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Advancement Opportunities

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.