Rotary Die Cut Operator

SUMMARY: The Roto-Cut DC Operator will be responsible for performing various tasks to set up, operate, monitor and troubleshoot on assigned die cut machine. Follow pre-production, make ready, and production run tasks. Responsible for accuracy and completeness of order, dies, set-up and installation, stock, load and feed of material and accuracy of cutting. The operator oversees the printing and/or die-cutting of quality products in a safe and efficient manner. The operator is responsible for knowing how to perform all the specific job duties associated with operator and assistant positions. Being a team player is essential since all tasks will require close collaboration with co-workers. The goal will be to ensure that production procedures will be carried on smoothly to maximize efficiency and profits. Experience working with corrugated packaging equipment is a plus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Safely operate machine that produces corrugated packaging.

· Set up and run machine to maximize production.

· Stop or reset machine when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor.

· Regulate machine flow, speed, or temperature, dimension, pressure, register settings.

· Inspect and remove defective products and packaging material.

· Adjust machine components and machine tension and pressure according to size or processing angle of product.

· Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.

· Set up machine from job to job – based on Roto-Cut DC operational proficiencies

· Properly and successfully interact with packers

· Understands Lock-out/Tag-out procedures required for opening and closing Roto-cut DC

· Record all necessary information on the SupplyOne QAR (Quality Assurance Report)

· Uses proper cut gloves and required personal protective equipment.

· Meet customers’ requirements for printing, slotting, and scoring.

· Ability and knowledge to understand and use printing plates, ink system, and die boards.

· Understands all safety procedures and precautions to ensure protections of personnel doing repairs and machine cleaning – including replacing and rotating blankets.

· Ensuring production floor, machine area, is clean, accessible, and safe.