Die Cutter Operator

As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Every day, millions of people see the products we produce—from retail packaging and magazines to catalogs, direct mail and marketing materials. Behind every product is a team of skilled people who take pride in quality, innovation and working together. At Quad, you'll find more than a job. You'll find opportunities to learn new skills, work with cutting-edge technology, and build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people.

If you enjoy seeing products come together from start to finish, Franklin is the place for you. This modern packaging facility produces folding cartons and blister cards using advanced printing and finishing equipment. Employees work in a collaborative environment where quality, safety, and teamwork are part of every shift, with opportunities to expand their skills while helping create packaging found on store shelves across the country.

Quad is seeking Die Cutter Operators for our Franklin, WI location. The Die Cutter Operator efficiently performs set-up and operates machines that die cut blank and/or pre-printed stock. Responsibilities include confirming the accuracy and completeness of orders, dies, setup, and installation; managing paper stock and load and feed of paper; ensuring the effectiveness and accuracy of cutting; staging completed work according to instructions; and maintaining the area. Wages start between $18.00 - $31.00 / hour or more for those with previous die cutter experience.

We have the following shift options to offer:

1:00 PM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday + $3.00 shift premium

9:00 PM - 5:00 AM Sunday - Thursday + $3.00 shift premium

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Follow all Company policies, procedures, and guidelines as well as take actions that support teamwork, safety, contamination control, and efficiency.

• Follow the pre-production, make-ready, and production run tasks.

• Operate powered equipment.

• Occasionally, train workers on the Die Cutting Machine operations, including the feeding and take-off functions.

• Ensure the work area is clean, and that non-conforming, overruns, and/or waste are delivered to the appropriate repository.

• Cross-train as assigned.

• Follow and adhere to all Personal Protective Equipment rules and regulations.

• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Be able to perform work-related math functions (which include the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide).

• Accurately read and use measuring devices.

• Experience with hand tools.

• Have sufficient skill and experience with troubleshooting.

• Must be able to multitask.

• Must be able to lift 10-15 pounds continuously, and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

• Have the ability to stand long hours, stop, crouch, kneel, crawl, climb, and use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement.

• Good verbal and written comprehension, with the ability to receive and follow instructions.

• Ability to thrive in a team environment and work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Bobst 106 Expertcut, Spanthera, and Vision Cut Die Cut Machinery.

• Some supervisory experience is a plus.

• Fluent in Spanish and English.

We're looking for dependable people who want more than just a job. If you're ready to work with great teammates, modern equipment, and a company that invests in your future, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and see where a career at Quad can take you.

We offer comprehensive benefits ( for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays and additional benefits.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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