Ward Rotary Die-Cutter Operator

Quality Packaging, Inc.; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Quality Packaging, Inc. in West Bend, WI is seeking an experienced 2-Color Rotary Die-Cutter Operator to set up and run our Ward rotary die-cutter. You will lead a small crew, ensure fast, accurate setups, and keep orders on schedule while maintaining quality.

You will review tickets, mount dies, calibrate ink and registration, supervise helpers, and report waste and downtime. A strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and running corrugated converting equipment.
• Ability to read job tickets, specs, and die layouts.
• Strong math and measuring skills (calipers, tape measure).

Responsibilities

• Set up Ward die-cutter with dies and printing plates for each order.
• Run machine at target speeds and adjust for material conditions.
• Check first-piece dimensions, registers, and color accuracy.
• Direct feeders and helpers to keep jobs moving.
• Record counts, times, waste, and downtime accurately.

Skills

Team leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Reading specs

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Ward rotary die-cutter

Calipers

Tape measure

Flexographic printing

Job description

Location: West Bend, WI

Job Id:517

# of Openings:0

Quality Packaging, Inc. (QPI)
Location: Facility – West Bend, WI
Shift: 1st Shift
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

QPI is looking for an experienced 2-ColorRotary Die-Cutter Operator to set up and run our Ward rotary die-cutter, producing die-cut and printed corrugated products. You’ll lead a small crew and play a key role in keeping orders on schedule, waste low, and quality high. If you take pride in fast, accurate setups and a job done right the first time, we’d like to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Review job tickets, specs, and samples, then set up the machine for each order: mount dies and printing plates, set feed gates and side guides, and adjust registration and ink/anilox units
• Run the die-cutter at target speeds and adjust for board warp, caliper, and other material conditions
• Get first-piece approval and check dimensions, scores, cuts, print registration, and color throughout the run
• Handle, clean, and store dies, plates, and tooling properly; rotate anvil covers and report worn tooling
• Record production counts, setup and run times, waste, and downtime accurately
• Perform daily cleaning, lubrication, and basic machine inspections, and report mechanical issues to Maintenance
• Direct feeders, stackers, and helpers, and work with Quality, Maintenance, and Shipping to keep jobs moving
• Follow all safety rules, including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and PPE requirements

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years of experience setting up and running corrugated converting equipment (Ward or similar rotary die-cutter, flexo folder-gluer, etc.) preferred
• Knowledge of rotary die-cutting, flexographic printing, and corrugated board grades and flutes preferred
• Ability to read job tickets, specifications, and die layouts
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic math and measuring skills (tape measure, ruler, calipers)
• Forklift certification, or the ability to become certified
• Understanding of lockout/tagout and machine guarding
• Ability to lead and communicate well with a crew
• Ability to stand for long periods and safely lift, bend, and handle bundles, dies, and supplies
• High school diploma or GED preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• 401(k) / retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays

Quality Packaging, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.