Manufacturing Machine Operator - Rotary Die Cutter

POSITION TITLE : Rotary Die Cutter Machine Operator

REPORTS TO : Converting Supervisor

Compensation : $24 HR - $28 HR + $2.00 Shift Differential

Schedule : 2nd Shift

Monday Friday : 2PM 10 PM

Weekends : As Needed

SUMMARY

Responsible for all activities associated with running the Rotary Die Cutter or Flexo Folder Gluer including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set-up rails, print, and die cut section on Flexo accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques.
• Inspect all dies before and after run to ensure that any necessary repairs are made before the next run.
• Ensure all bolts for cutting dies are in place and tightly secured.
• Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, warp, correct size, and print.
• Check anilox rolls for damage.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Train and assist First Helper, Flexo Stacker, and Bundlers with job duties on the machine.
• Cross-train on other machines.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to : Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Switch duties with First Helper as necessary.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.

Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.

• Additional duties may be assigned by management.
• The employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity.

Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED.

Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following :

• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• 6 months’ experience as a Press Department First Helper.
• 6 months’ experience in the Press and Finishing Department.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate.

Able to apply concepts of high school math.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

The individual must have a working knowledge of the following :

• Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Product layouts and production specifications
• Product quality specifications
• Quality standards

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel;

reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 100 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to hot and / or humid as well as cold conditions.

The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, vibrations, louder than normal environments, and high paced atmosphere.

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