Precision Press Operator – Die-Cutting & Quality Leader

Boyd Corporation; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Corp in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a production operator to perform setup, run, and inspection tasks across multiple work orders. You will read change and non-conforming procedures, select tools, load materials, and run the machine while maintaining quality and safety standards.

You will document run data, verify parts meet specs, and complete sign-off checks, with emphasis on clean work areas and adherence to process changes. On-site position with potential for process improvement input.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand Change Spec. Card Procedure.
• Read and understand Non-Conforming Product Procedure.
• Get magnets from magnet board that contains the work order information for production.
• Locate pallet or cart with the WOR folder containing the corresponding material, work order numbers and instructions.
• Determine and obtain the correct tool for the job identified on the Spec. Card from the tooling rack.
• Remove tooling from box, attach bearer blocks and slide into tooling station.
• Set the machine for the appropriate job.
• Retain Supplier raw material tag with lot # and run # information along with “Approved for Use” tags on separate sheet of paper.
• Complete “Sign-off Check List” (if operator has less than 1-year experience, needs sign-off from experienced operator with over 1 year experience).
• Print out (core tags or box tags) along with 1st piece and last piece labels with correct information.
• Make sure the right material is used where needed, to the proper side of the liner and in the right orientation.
• Place material in machine.
• Feed it through the fife guide and adjust it for center run.
• Place adhesive in machine and line-up with materials so that they are even with each other.
• Start machine, adjust tension and alignment as needed
• Pass the material through to the die cutting station
• Remove any waste or air-injection from the tool
• Adjust nip-roller speed for proper speed and dimensions of part
• Verify part to print and or mylar and record dimensions
• Retain first approved piece and place label on back side
• Complete In-Process check sheet during the run.
• Complete End-of-Run sign off confirming the required parts were produced.
• Retain last approved piece and label back side
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, cleaning floor, machine, work area at end of each job and at end of shift
• Cut cores for particular jobs when needed.
• Obtain boxes and materials necessary for job
• Operate production equipment to produce good, quality product in an efficient/quality-oriented manner.
• Makes suggestions for ways to improve production process
• Works with sales and estimating to test/run samples for new product introduction
• Makes sure product being produced matches the spec card and the degree of quality needed (tolerances etc..)
• Updates spec card for future runs when process is changed
• Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions; adjust machines as necessary.
• Change worn machine accessories such as cutting tools and brushes, using hand tools.
• Perform minor machine maintenance, such as oiling or cleaning machines, changing filters or adding lubricant to the Rotary press when necessary.
• Notify supervisors when major service is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Boyd Corp in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a production operator to perform setup, run, and inspection tasks across multiple work orders. You will read change and non-conforming procedures, select tools, load materials, and run the machine while maintaining quality and safety standards.

You will document run data, verify parts meet specs, and complete sign-off checks, with emphasis on clean work areas and adherence to process changes. On-site position with potential for process improvement input.