Paperboard Packaging Die Cutting Technician

About the Role

Operate and maintain die-cutting equipment to meet Snyder’s quality and safety benchmarks. You’ll interpret layouts and specs, set up machines for production, verify quality through scheduled pulls, and keep accurate records.

Primary Responsibilities

• Make-ready & Production (80%) — Set up and run Bobst platen and Heidelberg cylinder die-cutting presses. Adjust equipment, troubleshoot run issues, and ensure product meets Snyder packaging standards.
• Stripping Tooling Setup (10%) — Configure stripping tooling using a pin setting table.
• Administrative Tasks (5%) — Perform basic computer data entry and complete required forms.
• Care & Upkeep (5%) — Clean equipment and perform routine maintenance.

Quality Control

• Inspect the quality of each load by checking predetermined run pulls.
• Identify defects quickly and correct root causes.

Qualifications

• Experience operating die-cutting machinery.
• Basic shop math: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.
• Intermediate English communication: read, write, listen, and speak.
• Basic computer skills for data entry, typing, and printing.
• Comfort with measurements; able to read a ruler accurately.

Key Competencies

• Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving.
• Attention to detail; ability to notice product defects.
• Working knowledge of printing, die cutting, and gluing processes.
• Excellent communication skills.

Physical Effort & Environment

• Manual loading and lifting; climbing involved in normal operation.
• Active role with repetitive and varied tasks; requires strength and good eyesight.
• Operate semi-automatic equipment safely.
• Work in a general warehouse setting within a paperboard packaging facility.
• Frequent reaching, bending, lifting; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain machine operating and maintenance records.
• Submit maintenance requests as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor and plant manager.
• Adhere to Snyder’s safety and quality standards at all times.