Die Cut Operator - 3rd shift

Description

Our most important asset is our people. Who we are, what we do, how we do it and why we are passionate are all centerpieces of why we succeed.

We are proud to be recognized:

• Among America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2021 and 2022
• As one of Chicago’s Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in 2022
• As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace 2022 and 2023

Job Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Die Cutters, feed, and related equipment.

• Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment through the enforcement of housekeeping safety policies. Perform general housekeeping.
• Provide suggestions and feedback on improving departmental processes, performance goals, and environment.
• Work from prints, manuals, specifications, production orders and instructions to set up print stations, install print plates, cutting dies, adjusting pressure settings, equipment and ink.
• Oversee Die Cut Helpers set up of feed and print stations and make adjustments as needed.
• Set up stacker for correct speed and positioning. Check initial product and make necessary corrections, monitor run to maintain quality, register counts, and proper stacking of material.
• Perform routine maintenance and make minor repairs to ensure proper and efficient storage of ink.
• Instruct Die Cut Helper on proper operations, safe practices and housekeeping following established practices or instruction and record production.
• Communicate mechanical or quality problems to the department supervisor, superintendent, or equipment maintenance.
• Other related and similar duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Have good oral and written communication skills.
• Successfully complete and pass required lift truck operation tests and training, and obtain and maintain appropriate lift truck licensing. Able to use RF (radio frequency) units.
• Able to pay close attention to detail and follow instructions/procedures to meet quality standards.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks (including physical requirements as described below) on a consistent basis.
• Must be able to perform pre-shift stretching (includes: bending, reaching and stretching with hands, arms, legs and feet and bending and twisting waist) as required for position.
• Able to work a 40 hour on-site work schedule. Maintain consistent and acceptable attendance. Available to work overtime as needed, including weekend work. Available for mandatory overtime as appropriate based on business demands.
• Able to fulfill all essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
• Abide by all safety policies, procedures, rules, and guidelines in order to prevent and reduce exposure to accidents and injuries.
• Able to work in a team environment by assisting in training and facilitating job duties for other team members (including temps). Demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Use of hand tools, grinder and die cutting, printing and stacking equipment.
• One-year experience as an assistant ward operator or equivalent.
• Experience using hand tools, grinder and die cutting, printing and stacking equipment. Able to use tape measure, common hand tools, impact wrench, and die cutter and feed equipment.
• Able to work in a machine paced, team environment.

The job duties for this job description include, but are not limited to the requirements specified above. Certain conditions may require temporary duties; however, these duties will be within the scope of physical requirements for this pay grade.

Fellowes Brands - A Family Business Since 1917
For over a century, Fellowes has been committed to positively impacting people through our culture, relationships and solutions. We have evolved toward relevance with each decade and generation, responding to a constantly changing world. Today, we are on an ambitious journey to grow our influence and impact in enhancing and maximizing work experiences worldwide. We are a “Brand on the Move” and remain committed to finding new ways to help people work better and feel better.

Visit our Careers Site: www.fellowesbrands.com/us/en/careers/Pages/overview.aspx

 The hiring range for this position in Itasca, IL is $19 per hour. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors. An annual incentive may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. An overview of our benefits offering is available here: Fellowes Benefits Overview. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Fellowes, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a mutual service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered Fellowes' property, and Fellowes will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting the Talent Acquisition Department.

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