Global Cutting Technology Expert

Global Cutting Technology Expert will be responsible for Cartamundi’s global authority on high-speed automated die cutting, punching, high precision slitting, and advanced blanking, stripping technologies.
Global Cutting Technology Expert will define and safeguard global cutting standards, accelerate innovation across all cutting converting processes, and ensure worldclass precision in cut-to-print registration, crease quality, dimensional stability, and edge integrity. Closely working with our global manufacturing network, engineering, and R&D teams to evaluate new technologies, optimize processes, and guide installations and trials across our sites and suppliers.
You will be recognized as the technical authority in cutting and converting, comfortable operating at both machine level and global-standards level.

• Scout, evaluate, and validate cutting technologies (high speed automated die cutting/punching, high precision slitting, flatbed/rotary die cutting, laser, digital knife/CNC tables).
• Lead trials, benchmarking, and business cases for new equipment and materials.
• Drive innovation in precision, throughput, sustainability, and automation.

• Define and maintain cutting and creasing standards as the recognized reference expert across the global network.
• Establish calibration routines and cut‑to‑print alignment guidelines.
• Troubleshoot complex converting issues and lead root‑cause investigations.
• Develop global SOPs, specifications, and quality benchmarks.
• Lead and guide sites in implementing SPC, inline/offline vision, SMED, and capability improvements.
• Lead global assessments to optimize OEE, scrap, and tooling life.

• Partner with R&D on design‑for‑cutting feasibility, materials, and dieline optimization.
• Advise engineering with equipment specifications, vendor evaluations, and commissioning.
• Train, coach and mentor sites in process mastery and technical problem‑solving, building internal capability rather than recurring dependency.
• Conduct internal and external technical audits.
• Approve die lines, samples, and first‑article production.
• Build strong partnerships with diemakers, equipment OEMs, and automation providers.

• 5+ years in high-speed automated die cutting/punching, high precision slitting, flat bed or rotary die, laser and digital knife cutting, related converting technologies in playing cards, packaging, or similar industries.
• Solid expertise in die design principles; including steel rule selection, bevels, crease channel geometry, counter plates/matrices, nicking, rubbering, anvil settings, and makeready procedures.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM tools for die lines and nesting (e.g., Artios CAD, Impact) and familiarity with camera‑based registration systems.
• A thorough understanding of substrate behavior, including grain direction, humidity sensitivity, laminated or foil materials, PET/PVC, and adhesive performance in kiss‑cut applications.
• Strong communication skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with R&D, engineering, operations teams, and supplier partners.
• Experience in a global, multi-site production environment, combined with readiness and flexibility to travel internationally for trials, audits, and process implementation.
• Experience with automation, robotics, inline, AI‑based inspection systems, environmental controls for substrate stability, or security tamper‑evident cutting solutions; preferred.

• Competitive pay
• Climate controlled facility
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• Life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts on daycare, gym memberships, travel, and much more

Our manufacturing Plant is comprised of enclosed office and manufacturing space. This position requires the ability to:

• Move through the entire facility to attend to various…