Lead 2-Color Rotary Die-Cutter Operator

Quality Packaging; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) / retirement plan with company

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Quality Packaging, Inc. is seeking a 2-color rotary die-cutter operator to set up and run our Ward die-cutter, producing die-cut and printed corrugated products. You will lead a small crew, keep orders on schedule, reduce waste, and ensure quality on every run.

You will review tickets and specs, perform precise setups, and monitor color registration, speeds, and machine conditions. This role is on-site in West Bend, WI, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with corrugated converting equipment preferred.
• Ability to read tickets, specs and die layouts.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic math/measurement skills.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain it.
• Willingness to stand long periods and lift heavy bundles.

Responsibilities

• Setup the Ward rotary die-cutter: mount dies/plates, set feeds and adjust registration.
• Run at target speeds; adjust for material warp and caliper.
• Obtain first-piece approval; inspect cuts, scores, and color accuracy.
• Handle, clean, store dies and tooling; report worn parts.
• Record counts, times, waste, and downtime accurately.
• Perform daily cleaning, lubrication, and basic inspections; report issues.
• Direct feeders, stackers, and helpers; coordinate with QA/Maintenance/Shipping.
• Follow safety rules including lockout/tagout and PPE.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math & measurement

Reading specs

Leadership

Communication

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Ward rotary die-cutter

Calipers

Tape measure

Job description

Quality Packaging, Inc. is seeking a 2-color rotary die-cutter operator to set up and run our Ward die-cutter, producing die-cut and printed corrugated products. You will lead a small crew, keep orders on schedule, reduce waste, and ensure quality on every run.

You will review tickets and specs, perform precise setups, and monitor color registration, speeds, and machine conditions. This role is on-site in West Bend, WI, with competitive pay and benefits.