Die Cutter Operator 2nd Shift

Mill Rock Packaging; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Pension with employer contributions

Job summary

Mill Rock Packaging in South Windsor, CT is seeking a Die Cutting Operator for 2nd shift (3:00PM–11:00PM), full-time. The role involves setting up and operating die cutting machines, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality across fast-paced projects.

Training and progression opportunities are available with shift differential for the 2nd shift. Benefits begin after 31 days of employment, including medical insurance, PTO, attendance-based rewards, and a company pension.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 1–3 years related experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety and operational instructions and procedures.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math and measurement conversions.
• Follow detailed instructions and operational procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency for reading work instructions and data entry.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate the die cutting machine.
• Stage materials for the next job and monitor during runs.
• Transport die-cut loads to staging areas for gluing and stripping.
• Conduct routine maintenance and assist in process improvements.
• Maintain organization of plates and cutting dies.
• Follow safety rules and good manufacturing practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading safety procedures

Verbal communication

Written communication

Basic math

Attention to detail

Overtime willingness

Basic computer skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Die cutting machinery

Job description

Job Details

Location: South Windsor, CT 06074
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $22.00 – $26.28 hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Shift: 2nd Shift – 3:00PM to 11:00PM (Monday–Friday)
Job Category: Manufacturing

Company Overview

Mill Rock Packaging (MRP) is a U.S.-based packaging company that designs, engineers, and produces high‑end, sustainable custom graphic paperboard, folding carton, and commercial printing products for customers in consumer staples, food and beverage, technology, pharmaceuticals, health, beauty, and more.

Why You’ll Love It

• Team culture that values safety, people, and success.
• Competitive base pay of $22.00 – $26.28 hourly with shift differential for 2nd shift.
• Benefits after 31 days of employment, including comprehensive medical insurance (12% employee premium), paid time off, earned PTO for perfect attendance, and pension with employer contributions.

How You Can Make an Impact

As a Die Cutting Operator you will set up, operate, maintain, and document die cutting machines in a fast‑paced environment, collaborating with multiple projects and applying problem‑solving skills.

Day in the Life

• Safely and efficiently operate the die cutting machine.
• Stage materials for the next job (printed sheets, cutting die, plate, blanking tools).
• Monitor sheets while the job is running.
• Transport die‑cut loads to gluing and stripping staging areas.
• Conduct routine maintenance and assist in process improvement and waste reduction.
• Maintain organization of plates and cutting dies.
• Follow all departmental safety rules, policies, and good manufacturing and food‑safety practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Basic qualifications: High school diploma, GED, or 1‑3 years of related experience/training; or an equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety and operational instructions, procedures, and policies.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and measurement conversions).
• Follow detailed written and/or verbal instructions and operational procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency for reading work instructions, recording job data, and electronic communication.
• Attention to detail, mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Interpret product layouts, production specifications, tape measures, and measurements accurately.
• Preferred qualifications: Mechanical background and prior die‑cutting operator experience at a printing or packaging company.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Regularly stand, walk, use hands, reach, talk, and hear. Occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must lift or move up to 25lb regularly and occasionally up to 50lb. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, and focus adjustments. Exposed to moving mechanical parts, dice, humid conditions, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mill Rock Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.