Equipment Operator (Die Cutting & Finishing) 1st Shift Opportunity

Baesman Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Profit Sharing 401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Life and disability Insurance

Best Workplace in the Americas award

Job summary

Baesman Group in Columbus, OH is seeking an Equipment Operator to join our production team. You will set up and operate Brausse die cutters and Heidelberg Speedmaster presses, ensuring adherence to job specs and quality standards.

You will monitor production speeds, inspect finished sheets for accuracy, perform routine maintenance, and keep the work area safe and organized. Prior printing or die-cutting experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience setting up or operating manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read job instructions and follow specifications.
• Experience in printing, die-cutting, or machine operation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate die-cutting and printing equipment according to job specifications
• Review job tickets and prepare each job according to its production requirements
• Operate equipment safely while meeting established quality and productivity standards
• Inspect work throughout the production process to ensure accuracy and quality
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and basic equipment troubleshooting
• Use measuring devices and tools to make accurate machine adjustments
• Communicate work priorities, scheduling needs, and job status with team members and management
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Assist in other production departments as needed
• Follow all company safety rules, policies, and operating procedures

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Equipment operation

Read job tickets

Measuring tools

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Brausse die cutter

Heidelberg Speedmaster

Job description

Put Your Mechanical Skills to Work

Do you enjoy working with equipment, solving mechanical challenges, and seeing the results of your work? Baesman Group is looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined Equipment Operator to join our production team.

Baesman Group is a print and marketing company that helps leading brands deliver personalized communications and memorable customer experiences. In this role, you will operate a Brausse die cutter and a two-color Heidelberg Speedmaster press used to score and perforate previously printed sheets.

You will be responsible for setting up and operating equipment, maintaining production speeds, monitoring quality, and helping work move efficiently through our production process.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate die-cutting and printing equipment according to job specifications
• Review job tickets and prepare each job according to its production requirements
• Operate equipment safely while meeting established quality and productivity standards
• Inspect work throughout the production process to ensure accuracy and quality
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and basic equipment troubleshooting
• Use measuring devices and tools to make accurate machine adjustments
• Communicate work priorities, scheduling needs, and job status with team members and management
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Assist in other production departments as needed
• Follow all company safety rules, policies, and operating procedures

What Will Help You Succeed

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on problem‑solving skills
• Experience setting up or operating manufacturing equipment
• Ability to read job instructions and follow written production specifications
• Ability to use rulers, tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring devices
• Comfort using basic hand and power tools
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot basic equipment issues
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous printing, die‑cutting, or machine‑operation experience is a plus

If you take pride in operating equipment safely, producing quality work, and keeping production moving, we would like to hear from you.

Benefits

Financial wellness is about more than just your salary. Here are the other ways Baesman takes care of our teammates.

• Medical Insurance- Choose between 3 medical plan options. We also offer dental and vision. coverage, in addition to pre‑tax flexible spending plans
• Profit Sharing- Share in Baesman’s success. We also offer a 50% matching 401(k) program for up to 6% of your pay
• Paid Time Off- It's important that you take time to recharge. That's why we offer PTO, holiday breaks, and employee assistance programs
• Life and disability Insurance- We have you covered: Baesman pays 100% of the premium for life and disability
• Setting the Standard- Baesman earned a 2020 Best Workplace in the Americas designation from the Printing Industries of America. The prestigious award recognizes our efforts in providing an outstanding work environment. We're honored and proud to be recognized
• Baesman is a fourth-generation, family‑owned business. The same way families grow and change over time, so do the opportunities within our organization. We believe in hard work, cultivating talent, and promoting from within. We strive to help our teammates, our clients, and our shareholders achieve more than they ever thought possible

Baesman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.