Senior Lead - 3rd Shift/Die Cutting Operator

Autajon Packaging; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid meal period

3rd shift differential

Job summary

Autajon Packaging in Corona, CA is seeking a skilled 3rd shift floor supervisor to oversee raw material sheeting, printing, die cutting and folder gluing from start to finish. You will lead high speed converting machinery operations, enforce strict quality tolerances, minimize makeready times, and coach operators to maximize output and reduce waste.

The role requires hands-on leadership, safety adherence, and proactive problem solving to sustain ISO 9001 standards and efficient production across

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and develop shift teams while maintaining safety and quality.
• Experience aligning operations with ISO 9001 standards.
• Strong communication for clear, cross-functional handovers.
• Hands-on supervision of die cutting and related converting processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 3rd shift floor operations from raw material to finished carton.
• Enforce ISO 9001, safety, and quality standards; report nonconformance.
• Mentor operators, provide coaching and training on best practices.
• Coordinate tasks based on employee strengths and workloads.
• Troubleshoot equipment and support maintenance as needed.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to reduce waste and downtime.

Skills

Leadership

Training & coaching

Safety awareness

Communication

Quality mindset

Tools

Die cutting equipment

High speed converting machinery

Troubleshooting machinery

Job description

Your Role

Under the direction of the Production Manager, oversees 3rd shift floor operations from raw material sheeting/printing through die cutting and folder gluing ensuring safe operations. This role manages high speed converting machinery, enforces rigorous quality tolerances, minimizes setup (makeready) times, and supports shift personnel to maximize shift output and minimize waste. Performs the duties of those leading in the die cutting department to include operating, training, monitoring and coaching operators in efficent and safe operations, equipment set-up and troubleshooting, adjusting processes to optimize cost, material and line efficiencies.
Pay Range: $28-$32/hour. This is the expected starting pay range for this role. Actual placement within this range will be determined by the applicant's experience, relevant skills, education, and internal equity.
3rd Shift Hours: Sunday-Thursday 9:30pm-5:30am
3rd Shift Differential: $1.00/hour
Paid Meal Period

Your Responsibilities

• Adhere to and lead by example compliance to ISO 9001, safety, quality standards and company procedures and immediately report nonconformance to management.
• Oversee 3rd shift personnel, safety and daily production.
• Provide clear communication to internal and external customers. Deliver transparent instructions, manage smooth shift handovers and keep two-way feedback open.
• Assign tasks fairly and based on individual employee strengths, skill levels, and current workloads.
• Offer guidance, answer questions, and mentor staff on the job to help them refine skills and build confidence.
• Provide timely conflict resolution. Step in early and calmly to mediate disagreements between coworkers.
• Provide technical support and assistance to team.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment and material issues.
• Guide team in interpreting existing processes and policies.
• Participate in implementation of changes meant to improve quality, productivity, and financial performance.
• Review and follow documented procedures, job jackets, and specifications accurately.
• Set-up, operate, and monitor die cutting equipment during running process to assure cartons meet customer specifications. Notify Manager of defect trends and nonconforming cutting quality.
• Perform preventive maintenance on die cutting equipment.
• Participate in the team process and consistently attentive to quality throughout manufacturing process
• Report potential safety issues and make immediate corrections as applicable. Complete appropriate reports related to safety incidents.