JOB SUMMARY:

Die Cutter/Foil Stamp Operators are responsible for the set-up, operation and will perform other duties as assigned on all complex die cutting/foil stamping machines.

JOB TASKS:

• Read and understand work order completely. Visually inspect all work order materials and specifications and report all problems to supervisor. Check paper and die against order.
• Efficiently setting up and performing all score/perforate, die cut, emboss, foil stamp and/or combinations of these operations.
• When starting new order - Check all cuts for quality before continuing to cut.
• Communicate effectively with all appropriate personnel.
• Check floor and equipment continuously for hazards.
• Clean and maintain press area.
• Separate scrap.
• Pull completed cuts from press.
• Retrieve and put away dies.
• Change and program PHP.
• Set up and cut on straight knife.
• Set up and cut with adjustable blades.
• Accurate completion of all applicable paper for position.
• Maintain quantity counts.
• Run cut bands from skids and through chopper.
• Level off double stack skids.
• Replace skid tops and label on all skids of paper before returning to stock.
• Monitor condition of dies and provide feedback when dies need to be sharpened.
• Conduct random quality checks throughout job being cut.

October 2008
Source: Printing Industry Education Summit Committee