Die Cutting Operator

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Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

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Die Cutting Operator

MISSION /

SUMMARY:

Sets up and operates machine to cut folding cartons by performing the following duties.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Job functions include, but are not limited to the following.

• Review job ticket.
• Conducts pre‑make ready as required.
• Setting‑up die, counter plates, stripping section and press.
• Pulling front trim as required.
• Clean counter plates and strip down dies that are locked up.
• Clean area around press.
• Perform maintenance as required.
• Deliver cut cartons to finishing department.

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE /

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1‑3 years related experience and/or training

SKILLS:

• Basic Skills:
• Active Learning
• Active Listening
• Critical Thinking
• Mathematics
• Monitoring Plant Performance
• Reading Comprehension
• Writing
• Complex Problem Solving

SCHEDULE DEMANDS:

• Must be able to work 8 hour shifts plus overtime as required.
• Employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing: 34-66% of time
• Walking: 34-66% of time
• Pushing/Pulling:
  Frequently with a force of 10 lbs. Occasionally with a force of 50 lbs. Rarely with a force of 10 lbs.
• Lifting:
  Frequently with a force of 10 lbs. Occasionally with a force of 50 lbs. Rarely with a force of 10 lbs.
• Frequent stair climbing, kneeling, crouching, balance, forward bending/standing, right and left hand coordination.
• Occasional right and left hand grip, elevated work, repetitive squat, repetitive reaching, step ladder climbing, rotation sitting.
• Wear PPE when required:
  Safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection etc.
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Use of various office equipment.

KEY

COMPETENCIES:

• Problem Solving
  - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
  Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
  Develops alternative solutions.
• Customer Service
  - Responds promptly to customer needs;
  Responds to requests for service and assistance;
  Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills
  - Keeps emotions under control;
  Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Organizational Support
  - Follows policies and procedures;
  Supports organization's goals and values.
• Judgment
  - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Quality
  - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
  Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
  Applies feedback to improve performance;
  Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity
  - Meets productivity standards;
  Completes work in timely manner;
  Strives to increase productivity;
  Works quickly.
• Safety and Security
  - Observes safety and security procedures;
  Reports potentially unsafe conditions;
  Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality
  - Is consistently at work and on time;
  Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent;
  Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability
  - Follows instructions, responds to management direction;
  Takes responsibility for own actions;
  Commits to long hours of work…