Die Cutting Operator

Nosco; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Comprehensive benefits

Education assistance

Job summary

Nosco in Pleasant Prairie, WI is seeking a Die Cutting Operator to run and optimize our carton die cutting asset for second-step digital folding carton production. The role focuses on meeting on-time delivery, quality standards, and customer specifications while operating safely and efficiently.

The position requires the ability to read a ruler (1/64") and maintain a high rate of productivity with adherence to SOPs and documentation practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of die cutting experience.
• Basic quality systems and documentation experience.
• Ability to read a ruler to 1/64".
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Flexible shifts with overtime.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a carton die cutting press per SOPs and work instructions.
• Monitor production efficiency and quality; complete documentation accurately.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform required testing.
• Minimize remakes by communicating with downstream operators.
• Perform cleanup/maintenance per SOP; maintain productivity and run speeds.

Skills

Die cutting

Machine operation

Quality documentation

Reading ruler to 1/64"

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Carton die cutting press

Job description

About This Job…

Nosco is looking for a Die Cutting Operator at our Pleasant Prairie, WI Facility.

As an employee owner in this position, operate our carton die cutting asset in order to perform the second step of digital folding carton production. The purpose of this position is to produce digital folding cartons in order to meet on time delivery, high quality expectations, and in accordance to all customer specifications in a safe and efficient manner.

In this role, you will…

• Set up and operates a carton die cutting press per SOPs, work instructions, and control riders.


• Actively monitor production efficiency and quality while completing all documentation and reporting accurately.


• Troubleshoot machine problems as it pertains to equipment and set up. Perform testing as required and understands what corrective actions could be necessary to achieve passing results.


• Assist in minimizing the scope of remakes (identifying problems in a timely fashion through attributing and effectively communicating with downstream operators).


• Perform clean-up/maintenance tasks in accordance with company SOP.


• Perform and sustain a high rate of productivity. Meet expectations for set up time and run speeds as established by the department leads.

Success factors…

• Preferably +2 years of die cutting experience or other technical skills operating machinery.


• Experience with basic Quality systems and documentation.


• Flexibility to work any shift and Overtime. Work in a fast pace environment with ability to deal with change.


• High school diploma or GED


• Ability to read a ruler to 1/64\"


• Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods.


• Physical requirements: Twisting, turning, squeezing, grasping, reaching, reaching over equipment, kneeling, crawling, pulling, extended periods of standing, ability to lift 50 pounds.


• Long periods of concentration.


• Speaking, hearing and vision are also essentials to performing job functions.

What Is In It For You…

• We are 100% employee owned, which means you will have a stake in the action.


• We are passionate about career development, and will help you grow because we care about you.


• We reward and recognize those who contribute and make a mark in the company.


• We offer a quality and comprehensive benefits package through Holden Industries. Included in our offering are medical, dental, life, disability and retirement plans, along with a competitive continuing education assistance program.

About Nosco…

At Nosco, it is not just a job... it is a career. Need proof? Our average tenure is over 10 years!

With over 115 years in the industry, Nosco provides printed cartons, labels, inserts and flexible packaging to its 400+ customers in the healthcare, natural health, personal care and consumer goods markets. Nosco is a subsidiary of Holden Industries, Inc., and is 100% employee owned. This offers a unique opportunity for our workforce to share in the success of the company through beneficial ownership.

We encourage you to explore all that we have to offer including the open positions so you can start building your career here. Find an open position near you by going to Nosco.com/Careers!