Contract Polar Cutter Machine Operator Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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Under the direction of the Department Manager, U-Haul has an immediate opening for a Die Cutter Machine Operator.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Die Cutter Operator to join our production team. This position is responsible for operating flatbed, steel-rule, and thermal die-cutting equipment to produce high-quality decals, and specialty printed products. The ideal candidate will have experience setting up and operating die-cutting equipment, maintaining quality standards, and meeting production deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Hours: 7am-3:30pm

Pay Rate: $19.00/ hr- DOE

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Obtain and verify production dies, tools, and job specifications.
• Set up die-cutting equipment according to job requirements.
• Insert die boards into chases, align and lock up dies, and position chases in the press.
• Adjust guides, fingers, gauge pins, grippers, and feeder systems for accurate die cutting.
• Fit rubber to steel-rule dies and prepare make-ready sheets for face-cutting applications.
• Perform setup adjustments to ensure proper registration, cutting depth, and material handling.
• Run proof samples and secure supervisor or quality approval before beginning production runs.
• Monitor production quality throughout the run and make necessary adjustments.
• Measure and inspect finished parts to verify conformance to customer specifications and quality standards.
• Start and operate presses and die-cutting equipment, adjusting speed and feeding mechanisms as needed.
• Remove finished parts and scrap material safely and efficiently.
• Complete production documentation, job tickets, and quality records accurately.
• Perform routine maintenance on presses, including lubrication and minor repairs.
• Troubleshoot equipment and quality issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment in accordance with company safety standards.
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.
• Assist with other production duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience operating die-cutting equipment in a printing, converting, label, decal, or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret job tickets, work orders, and production specifications.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with pressure-sensitive labels, decals, stickers.
• Knowledge of steel-rule dies, kiss-cutting, through-cutting, and face-cutting applications.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures and manufacturing best practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday.
• Frequently lift and move materials up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate machinery safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Must possess adequate vision to inspect printed and die-cut products for quality and accuracy.

Essential Duties

• Responsible for accessing programs, setting tools, operating and troubleshooting of brake press machines for production.
• Perform duties as specified by work orders, blueprints, sketches or verbal instructions.
• Conduct daily maintenance on machine.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and work instructions to determine appropriate operations to be performed.
• Uses inspection tools including calipers, micrometers, tape measures and squares to perform quality checks on parts as outlined by the work instructions.
• Ensure all jobsite safety procedures and standards are followed and met.
• Observe and listen to machine operation to detect malfunctions during the manufacturing process.
• Understand, support, and implement the company Housekeeping, Safety and Quality policies and procedures into daily work habits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Must have a high degree of mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with brake press machines.
• Must have the ability to write, speak and read in English.
• Good computer skills.
• Must be able to pass print reading, measurement, and fraction/decimal conversion tests

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
• Paid Holidays, Personal Time and Vacation Time.
• Company Uniforms

U-Haul Holding Company, and its family of companies including U-Haul International, Inc. ("U-Haul"), continually strives to create a culture of health and wellness. Consistent with applicable state law, U-Haul will not hire or re-hire individuals who use nicotine products. The states in which U-Haul will decline to hire nicotine users are: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington. U-Haul has observed this hiring practice since February 1, 2020 as part of our commitment to a healthy work environment for our team.