Are you looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Join Green Bay Packaging as a Cutting Operator, where you’ll play a key role in producing high-quality packaging solutions.

In this position, you will set up, operate, and maintain die-cutting machines to cut, crease, and shape paperboard and other substrates. You’ll ensure accuracy, troubleshoot issues, and maintain production efficiency while contributing to a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform off-press and on-press make-readies accurately and efficiently.
• Set up and operate die-cutting presses according to job specifications.
• Follow detailed work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Maintain equipment and report any mechanical issues promptly.
• Collaborate with team members and management to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify changes in materials or processes.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn new systems.
• Basic math skills for measurements and calculations.
• Ability to perform the essential physical requirements of the job, which may include:
  • Lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Standing, bending, turning, and walking, including stairs
• Must be able to work either 2nd Shift (2pm - 10pm, Monday - Friday) OR 3rd Shift (10pm–6am, Sunday–Thursday), with occasional overtime/weekend work.
  • Complete up to 120 days of training on 1st Shift (6am–2pm, Monday–Friday).
• Experience with automated die-cutting, stripping, and carton blanking systems is a plus but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive wage and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Wellness programs
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Company 401(k) and pension plan

About Green Bay Packaging

Founded in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family-owned, vertically integrated company with over 40 facilities across 16 states. We specialize in corrugated containers, folding cartons, pressure-sensitive labels, and more. With over 4,600 team members, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in everything we do.

Learn more at gbp.com.

Experience

Preferred

• Basic computer skills
• Basic Math and Reading Skills
• Excellent Attention for detail
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude

Education

Required

• High School or better

Behaviors

Preferred

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Equal Opportunity Employer
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