Folding Carton Die-Cutting Press Operator

Oliver Packaging & Printing; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with overtime

Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Oliver Inc. in Hauppauge, NY is seeking a Die Cutting Operator/Pressman to run modern die-cutting equipment and ensure precise make-readies for SBS, CCNB, and Kraft substrates.

You will set up, adjust, and operate the line, inspect samples, perform preventive maintenance, and collaborate with a fast-paced team to maintain uptime and quality. Experience with steel rule dies, counter plates, and reading job tickets is required; shift options include 2nd and 3rd with competitive pay and full

Qualifications

• Experience as a Die Cutting Operator/Pressman in printing, packaging, or folding carton converting.
• Hands-on skill with steel rule dies, counter plates, make-ready materials, and stripping/blanking tools.
• Knowledge of paperboard substrates (SBS, CCNB, Kraft) and their impact on cutting, scoring, and creasing.
• Ability to read job tickets, dielines, CAD layouts, and quality specifications.
• Proven skill in quick, precise make-readies with minimal supervision.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability on die-cutting equipment; Bobst, Heidelberg, or similar experience preferred.
• Strong math and measuring skills for tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate die-cutting machinery, including stripping and blanking operations.
• Complete accurate make-readies; pull and inspect samples; verify alignment and quality throughout the run.
• Perform preventative care and minor mechanical repairs to maintain uptime.
• Maintain a safe, efficient work area while collaborating with teammates in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Die cutting

Press operation

Make-readies

Quality inspection

Reading CAD layouts

Measuring & math

Troubleshooting

Safety & teamwork

Tools

Bobst

Heidelberg

Die-cutting machinery

Make-ready tools

Job description

Imagine stepping onto the production floor where precision, speed, and craftsmanship come together to build recognizable brands. At Oliver Inc., you’ll run modern die-cutting equipment and turn expertly printed sheets into beautifully finished folding cartons.What a day looks likeYou arrive for your shift, review the job ticket and CAD layout, verify materials, and begin your make-ready. You dial in the steel rule die and counter plates, fine-tune scoring and creasing for SBS, CCNB, or Kraft substrates, pull samples, and verify they meet tight tolerances. As the run continues, you monitor quality, make swift adjustments, and keep the line moving efficiently. Between jobs, you perform routine maintenance, swap stripping/blanking tools, and record key run data.Your core responsibilitiesSet up, adjust, and operate die-cutting machinery, including stripping and blanking operations.Complete accurate make-readies; pull and inspect samples; verify alignment and quality throughout the run.Perform preventative care and minor mechanical repairs to maintain uptime.Maintain a safe, efficient work area while collaborating with teammates in a fast-paced environment.What you bringExperience as a Die Cutting Operator/Pressman in printing, packaging, or folding carton converting.Hands-on skill with steel rule dies, counter plates, make-ready materials, and stripping/blanking tools.Knowledge of paperboard substrates (SBS, CCNB, Kraft) and their impact on cutting, scoring, and creasing.Ability to read job tickets, dielines, CAD layouts, and quality specifications.Proven skill in quick, precise make-readies with minimal supervision.Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability on die-cutting equipment; Bobst, Heidelberg, or similar experience preferred.Strong math and measuring skills for tight tolerances.Capacity to lift 50+ lbs, stand for extended periods, and thrive in a manufacturing setting.A positive, team-first approach and strong work ethic.Shifts2nd or 3rd ShiftsWhy you’ll love working hereCompetitive pay with overtime potentialFull benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision401(k) with company matchPaid Time Off & HolidaysStability and growth in a long-standing, expanding companyModern equipment & a clean facilitySupportive, team-oriented cultureAbout Oliver Inc.With more than 250 years of combined experience across multiple production facilities, Oliver Inc. invests in state-of-the-art technology and sustainable practices to deliver speed, consistency, and nimbleness as a one-stop partner for printing and packaging. We’re passionate about our craft, respectful in how we work, and driven to create solutions that help customers grow their brands.Ready to grow?If you’re excited to take ownership of quality and throughput while honing your skills on advanced equipment, we’d love to hear from you.Oliver Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, citizenship status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.