Position
Flatbed Die Cutter – Corrugated Print & Packaging
Working Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 07:15 – 16:30
- Every second Friday: 07:15 – 13:15
- Day shift only
Salary
£30,000 – £31,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Flatbed Die Cutter Operator with a strong background in print and packaging, ideally within corrugated board production. The successful candidate will be skilled in setting up, operating, and maintaining flatbed die cutting machinery—preferably with hands-on experience of equipment.
This role involves producing high-quality die-cut packaging components while meeting productivity targets and maintaining excellent quality control standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate flatbed die cutting machinery for corrugated packaging production.
- Adjust machine settings, tooling, and cutting formes to achieve specification accuracy.
- Conduct routine quality checks to ensure output meets customer and internal standards.
- Identify machine faults, perform basic troubleshooting, and escalate maintenance issues when required.
- Work closely with production, design, and quality teams to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Ensure safe working practices are always followed.
- Maintain clean and organised working areas in compliance with health & safety guidelines.
- Accurately complete production documentation, job sheets, and quality records.
Required Experience & Skills
- Proven experience operating flatbed die cutting machines in a print & packaging (corrugated) environment.
- Experience with Bobst flatbed die cutting machinery is highly desirable.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Good understanding of quality control processes within packaging production.
- Ability to read and interpret production specifications and technical drawings.
- Reliable, proactive, and able to work effectively as part of a production team.
Desirable Attributes
- Forklift licence (not essential).
- Experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality output.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£31,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Experience:
- Die Cutting: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
