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Job SummaryWe are looking for a reliable and hands-on Flatbed Manual Die Cutting Machine Operator for our production unit in Ajman, UAE. In this role, you will set up and operate manual/hand-fed flatbed die-cutting and creasing machines (platen punching machines) to cut, crease, and shape paperboard, corrugated cardboard, plastic sheets, and printed packaging materials according to customer orders.
Detailed Key Responsibilities
1. Machine Setup & Preparation Mounting the Die: Fix the cutting/creasing die block (steel rule die board) securely onto the machine chase. * Setting the Bed & Plate: Adjust the cutting plate, packing sheets, and side/front registration pins so the cuts land exactly where required. * Pressure & Clearance Adjustments: Set the machine pressure carefully to ensure clean cuts and proper crease depth without damaging the cutting plate or die blade. * Material Preparation:* Verify paper stock, sheet size, quantity, and print orientation against the job card before starting.
2. Machine Operation & Sheet Feeding Hand-Feeding Sheets: Manually place individual sheets onto the feed table/platen accurately for each cutting stroke. * Continuous Punching/Creasing: Maintain a safe, steady, and consistent feeding rhythm to meet daily target output. * Offloading & Stacking: Remove cut sheets safely from the delivery table and stack them neatly for the next finishing stage. * Waste Stripping (Deslagging):* Manually strip away scrap paper or border waste from the cut blanks when required.
3. Quality Control Initial Test Sheet Check: Run 2–3 sample sheets before full production to verify dimensions, crease lines, cut accuracy, and print alignment. * Ongoing Inspection: Visually inspect sheets during the run to check for blunt cuts, cracked creases, misaligned borders, or scuff marks. * Die Wear Monitoring:* Watch for dull or damaged steel rules on the die and inform the supervisor if repair or replacement is needed.
4. Daily Maintenance & Machine Care
5. Workplace Safety & Shift Reporting
Required Skills & Qualifications
How to ApplyCandidates currently residing in the UAE can send their updated CV to [email protected]] or contact via WhatsApp at [+971 505320497]. Please mention "Flatbed Manual Die Cutting Machine Operator - Ajman" Jobe code : FMDCMO01