Experienced Die-Cutter Operator

Job Title: Experienced Die-Cutter Operator

Location: Kettering, NN15 6JQ

Salary: Dependent upon experience

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: 07:30 – 16:30 Monday – Thursday (30 mins break) / 07:30 – 14:00 Friday (30 mins break)

We are seeking an experienced Die Cutter to join our dynamic production team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in die-cutting operations, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

· Set up and operate die-cutting machinery safely and efficiently.

· Complete and record daily machine health and safety pre-use checks according to the prescribed health and safety protocol for each machine.

· Read and interpret job specifications and production schedules.

· Manual handling of raw materials into the machine.

· Ensure machine key performance indicators (KPI’s) and specified run rates are achieved

· Record all daily outputs, waste, and any production issues on production timesheet.

· Job rotation with other machines to cover absence when required.

· Ensure products meet quality standards and customer requirements.

· Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting.

· Monitor production output and minimise waste.

· Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

· Work closely with production and quality teams to meet deadlines.

· Adopt a flexible approach to ensure business requirements are met.

· Adhere to company policies and procedure at all times.

· Any other reasonable request made by management team.

About you:

Essential Experience:

· Proven experience operating an automatic die-cutting machines.

· Strong understanding of production processes and quality control.

· Ability to read technical drawings and job instructions.

· Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Good communication skills and great team player.

· Flexible approach to overtime when required.

Desirable Experience:

· Experience with Bobst or similar die-cutting equipment.

· Knowledge of health and safety regulations within manufacturing.

Our Company values:

· Working as one team to achieve our goals

· Right first time, every time.

· Building sustainable customer relationships

What We Offer:

· Competitive salary based on experience.

· Overtime paid at an enhanced rate

· Training and development.

· Access to Employee Assistance Programme

· 24 days Holidays + 8 National Bank Holidays (19 days must be taken in conjunction with planned shutdown dates, remaining 5 to be used to meet employees’ requirements)

Additional Information:

You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this vacancy. Recruitment agencies need not apply.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of: Production Coordinator, Production Assistant, Production Controller, Customer Service Associate, Production Operations Assistant, Supply Chain Coordinator, Supply Chain Admin, Supply Chain Planner may also be considered for this role.