Die Technician I

Description

Get to know us.

Mill Rock Packaging (MRP), a quickly growing U.S.- based packaging company and a market leader in the design, engineering and production of high-end, sustainable, and customized graphic paperboard, folding carton and commercial printing products. MRP serves customers in various industries including consumer staples, food and beverage, technology, pharmaceuticals, health, beauty and more. Check us out at www.millrockpackaging.com!

MRP is searching for a passionate and agile Die Shop Technician I who is a problem-solver and excited by challenges and the opportunity to build something great with us. As a Die Shop Technician in the Cutting Department, you will be responsible for preparing all tooling necessary for die-cutting presses, ensuring they are in top condition and ready for use in production.

What’s in it for YOU?

• $21-$27 per hour
• Safety and people-first and team-oriented culture
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation and sick time plus observed company holidays
• 401K with Employer Match
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life Insurance
• And more!

What will you do in this role?

• Adhere to and promote safe work practices and standards at all times.
• Review daily schedules and prepare tooling as needed for die-cutting operations.
• Interpret and follow instructions from the job ticket to ensure accuracy.
• Inspect all tooling to ensure it is in optimal working condition before use.
• Pull and stage dies for the die cutters as required.
• Properly store tooling after use and document impression counts.
• Maintain cutting dies by purging as necessary.
• Keep the workspace clean and well-organized to promote efficiency and safety.
• Safely operate forklift
• Create spot sheets using the CAD table.
• Identify and initiate solutions to prevent potential problems and document any quality issues.
• Collaborate on problem-solving initiatives, verify the implementation of solutions, and control further processing when issues arise.
• Build cutting dies, stripping boards, blankers, and guillotines from plywood and steel rule using CAD files, hand tools, and machine tools.
• Process rules from the auto bender for die production.
• Operate laser equipment, water jet, BSI Bender and Gerber machines for precise cutting and shaping.
• Comply with all company policies and guidelines outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Perform additional tasks as requested

Qualifications

What does it take to be successful in this role?

Basic Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and comprehend safety and operational instructions, procedures, and policies.  
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  
• Ability to read a ruler and micrometer
• Ability to carry out detailed written and/or verbal instructions and operational procedures.  
• Problem-solving and analysis abilities involving concrete variables in standard situations. 
• Computer Skills Basic computer skills are necessary to read work instructions, record job data, follow work schedules, and communicate electronically via email. 
• Effective time management skills.  
• Attention to detail. 
• Mechanical and technical aptitude. 
• Ability to work overtime as needed. 
• Ability to interpret product layouts and production specifications. 
• Ability to read and interpret a tape measure and measurements with speed and accuracy. 

Preferred Requirements

Our teammates come from diverse backgrounds that help us innovate new possibilities daily. While the qualifications listed below are preferred, they are not required.   

• Previous welding experience
• Experience working in a production environment

The physical requirements and work environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. 

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the position's duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Mill Rock Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. 

Recruiting Agencies: Mill Rock Packaging does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for any fees associated with them. 

Salary : $21 - $27