Operator - Die Cutter

Caxton & CTP Publishers and Printers Limited; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Caxton & CTP Publishers and Printers Limited is hiring a Die Cutter Operator to join the Cut & Crease team in Cape Town. You will set up and operate die cutting machines, ensuring products meet exact customer specs and quality standards.

Responsibilities include reading work tickets, maximizing productivity, performing basic maintenance, and reporting faults. The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and willingness to work overtime and shifts when needed.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate in carton making.
• 3-5 years' experience operating a die cutting machine in packaging.
• Full blanking experience.
• Competent on CUBE system.
• Technical aptitude to understand machine settings and adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to meet production targets and performance standards.
• Good problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Willingness to work overtime and shifts when required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate die cutting machines to meet ticket specifications.
• Ensure finished products meet customer specifications and quality standards.
• Read and interpret work tickets and production documentation.
• Maximise productivity while minimising waste, downtime, and machine stoppages.
• Conduct routine machine inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Report machine faults or quality concerns to the supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area per health and safety procedures.
• Comply with all quality, safety, and housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with production staff to meet targets and deadlines.

Skills

3-5 years' experience operating a die-

Full blanking experience

Technical aptitude with machine setup

Competent on CUBE system

Attention to detail

Meet production targets

Fault-finding / problem solving

Communication and interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Willingness to work overtime and shift

Education

Trade certificate – Carton Maker

Tools

CUBE system

Die cutting machinery setup tools

Job description

CTP Cartons and Labels have an exciting opportunity for aDie Cutter Operator to join the Cut & Crease team. The successful incumbent will be responsible for setting up and operating the die cutting machines to ensure products are cut accurately according to customer specifications while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and productivity.

Job Requirements:

• Set up and operator Die Cutting machine in accordance with production requirements and work ticket specifications.
• Ensure finished products meet customer specifications and company quality standards.
• Read and interpret work tickets and production documentation.
• Maximise productivity while minimising waste, downtime, and machine stoppages.
• Conduct routine machine inspections and basic preventative maintenance to ensure equipment remains in good working condition.
• Report machine faults or quality concerns promptly to the relevant supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area in accordance with company health and safety procedures.
• Comply with all quality, safety, and housekeeping standards.
• Work collaboratively with production staff to ensure production targets and deadlines are achieved.

Minimum Skills Requirements:

• Trade certificate – Carton Maker
• 3 - 5 years' experience operating a die cutting machine in a manufacturing (packaging) environment.
• Full blanking experience
• Competent on CUBE system
• Technical aptitude with the ability to understand machine settings and adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to meet production targets and performance standards.
• Good problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Willingness to work overtime and shifts when operational requirements demand.

We are committed to Employment Equity. We regret that we cannot contact all applicants regarding their status. Should you not be contacted by us within 14 days from the closing date of the advert, please consider your application unsuccessful.

All applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, a numeracy and communication assessment, and the necessary criminal checks.

*Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.