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Die Cutter Operator

Apply pin iconLocation Franklin, Wisconsin Job Category Manufacturing Business Unit (brand) Quad Date posted 07/09/2025 Job ID 32190
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.
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Ready to supercharge your career and make a lasting impact?  At Quad, we're excited to welcome ambitious individuals who are driven to excel.  Are you mechanically inclined or maintenance-savvy?  Ready to take on a new challenge?  Look no further!  We're looking for motivated, detail-orientated individuals to join our team in Franklin, WI.  Your adventure to success begins now - grab this opportunity!
Quad is seeking a Die Cutter Operators for at our Franklin, WI location.  We have openings on the weekend shift and third shift.  The Die Cutter Operator efficiently performs set-up and operates machines that die cut blank and/or pre-printed stock. Responsibilities include confirmation of accuracy and completeness of order, dies, set-up and installation, paper stock, and the load and feed of paper, and the effectiveness and accuracy of cutting, staging completed work per instructions, and area maintenance. Wages start between $17.50  - $19.50 / hour or more for those with previous die cutter experience.  

Headquartered in Wisconsin, Quad is a marketing experience company that helps brands make direct consumer connections, from household to instore to online. The company does this through its MX Solutions Suite, a comprehensive range of marketing and print services that seamlessly integrate creative, production, and media solutions across online and offline channels.  Supported by state-of-the-art technology and data-driven intelligence, Quad simplifies the complexities of marketing by removing friction wherever it occurs along the marketing journey.  With approximately 11,000 employees in 11 countries, we serve around 2,100 clients, including industry-leading blue-chip companies that serve both business and consumers in multiple industry verticals, with a particular focus on commerce, including retail, consumer packaged goods, and direct-to-consumer; financial services; and health.  Quad is ranked among the largest agency companies in the U.S. by Ad Age, buoyed by its full-service media agency, Rise, and creative agency, Betty. Quad is also one of the largest commercial printers in North America, according to Printing Impressions

Our 250,000 sq. ft. facility in Franklin, WI is a state-of-the-art packaging plant that serves a diverse range of clients, including local breweries, grocery stores, yogurt producers, automotive part suppliers, and well-known battery brands. We offer Sheetfed offset, and narrow-web flexo, along with die cutting and custom folding/gluing, all supported by advanced inline quality control systems. 

The facility is well-lit with both natural and artificial lighting, climate-controlled, and impeccably clean. We take great pride in fostering a friendly, team-oriented atmosphere where everyone collaborates to achieve our goals!

We have the following shift options to offer:

5 am - 5 pm Friday-Sunday with voluntary over time during the week - + $2.00 shift premium

10 pm - 6 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 team work, 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, over-runs, 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 includes 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 multi-task.
  • 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 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 a plus.
  • Fluent in Spanish and English. 

Additional Information

The actual rate of pay offered will vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include overtime and shift differentials. Quad offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, annual discretionary match to 401(k) based on company performance, life insurance, and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus childbirth short-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, adoption & surrogacy benefits, pet insurance and more!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with Quad, apply today and become part of a team that values growth, innovation, and your potential to excel.


We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.

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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