Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States · On-site
Entry level
Die Cut Operator - 1st Shift (6:00 am - 2:30 pm) Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Position Overview The Die Cut Operator role is an entry-level manufacturing position responsible for operating and maintaining die cut…
Skills: Die Cut Machine Operation, Machine Maintenance, Quality Inspection, Basic Mathematics, Scanning Systems
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Full-time
Posted 3d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining die cut machinery to ensure high-quality production output. Key tasks include performing in-process inspections, documenting labor and downtime, and following detailed work instructions.
Requirements
This is an entry-level position requiring basic math skills and the physical ability to handle materials and machine setup. Candidates must be able to follow detailed instructions and work effectively under minimal supervision.
Full job description
Die Cut Operator - 1st Shift (6:00 am - 2:30 pm)
Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Position Overview
The Die Cut Operator role is an entry-level manufacturing position responsible for operating and maintaining die cut machinery with minimal assistance under the direction of the shift lead. This position requires a strong understanding of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures at LMI Packaging to ensure high-quality output and efficient production.
Key Responsibilities
Operate and maintain the die cut machine following established procedures and safety guidelines.
Perform daily die cut duties including setting up the die cut scale, retrieving and returning tubes and boxes, pulling lids, loading and unloading rolls, and adjusting die cut registration.
Complete in-process inspections to ensure product quality meets company standards.
Follow detailed work instructions and control die-cut quality throughout the production process.
Perform simple math calculations as needed to support production tasks.
Accurately complete skid tags, daily paperwork, and material return tags.
Clean and maintain the die-cut machine to ensure optimal operation.
Use and understand the scanning system to document all labor and downtime accurately.
Skills & Qualifications
Entry-level manufacturing experience or willingness to learn.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and work under minimal supervision.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Basic math skills to complete simple calculations.
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Familiarity with scanning systems or ability to quickly learn new technology.
Physical ability to handle materials and perform machine setup tasks.
Related keywords
Die Cut OperatorManufacturingMachine SetupQuality ControlProduction ProcessScanning SystemLMI PackagingIndustrial MachineryIn-process Inspection
Flexible packaging company with over 55 years of experience, specializing in food & beverage lidding and labels.
Industry
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1967
Headquarters
Pleasant Prairie, WI
LinkedIn followers
2,146
LMI Packaging has been manufacturing and supplying custom flexible packaging for diverse industries for over 55 years. Our dedication to hand-tailored solutions is driven by our mission to offer a one-stop-shop approach to our clients. Using a combination of in-house creative services, exceptional materials and processes, and stringent QA standards and checks, LMI sets the gold standard for packaging solutions in the U.S.
When you partner with LMI for your lidding and labeling needs, you are investing in an integrated team dedicated to working and growing with you. Customer intimacy, responsible, reliable and transparent communication, dedication to continuous innovation, and emphasis on training and development ensure that our team is always ready to meet your challenges head on. We focus on building better teams, both internally, and throughout the community because we understand that a stronger, happier, and more invested team will produce amazing and quality results.
Our team at LMI Packaging works to be your most trusted packaging supplier and partner. We work with our customers in the spirit of “Working Together, Growing Together”, recognizing that the more we support our relationships the more successful we all become. We are a 3rd generation, family-owned and operated company that runs on the core values of Community, Courage, Integrity, and Service.
Set perfectly between Milwaukee and Chicago, our facility is strategically located between two major Midwest markets to work with the best clients and bring in the strongest talent. Founded on the principle that everyone is heard, our teams are made up of some of the most forward-thinking, innovative people in the business. Whether you’re looking to jumpstart your design career, build on your engineering skills, put your technical knowledge to use, or bring your operating expertise to a team that cares, LMI Packaging has a place for you and we urge you to apply to any of our open jobs.
Flexible packaging company with over 55 years of experience, specializing in food & beverage lidding and labels.
Industry
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1967
Headquarters
Pleasant Prairie, WI
LinkedIn followers
2,146
LMI Packaging has been manufacturing and supplying custom flexible packaging for diverse industries for over 55 years. Our dedication to hand-tailored solutions is driven by our mission to offer a one-stop-shop approach to our clients. Using a combination of in-house creative services, exceptional materials and processes, and stringent QA standards and checks, LMI sets the gold standard for packaging solutions in the U.S.
When you partner with LMI for your lidding and labeling needs, you are investing in an integrated team dedicated to working and growing with you. Customer intimacy, responsible, reliable and transparent communication, dedication to continuous innovation, and emphasis on training and development ensure that our team is always ready to meet your challenges head on. We focus on building better teams, both internally, and throughout the community because we understand that a stronger, happier, and more invested team will produce amazing and quality results.
Our team at LMI Packaging works to be your most trusted packaging supplier and partner. We work with our customers in the spirit of “Working Together, Growing Together”, recognizing that the more we support our relationships the more successful we all become. We are a 3rd generation, family-owned and operated company that runs on the core values of Community, Courage, Integrity, and Service.
Set perfectly between Milwaukee and Chicago, our facility is strategically located between two major Midwest markets to work with the best clients and bring in the strongest talent. Founded on the principle that everyone is heard, our teams are made up of some of the most forward-thinking, innovative people in the business. Whether you’re looking to jumpstart your design career, build on your engineering skills, put your technical knowledge to use, or bring your operating expertise to a team that cares, LMI Packaging has a place for you and we urge you to apply to any of our open jobs.