Die Tooling Technician - Full-time / Part-time

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.

So, are you ready to take the reins of your career and soar to new heights? Join us at Quad and embark on a thrilling journey where the only limit is your imagination!! 

Picture this: you, with your print experience, stepping into Quad and immediately being rewarded with a competitive starting wage between $17-$19 per hour (or more depending on your level of experience).   But that's just the beginning of your adventure with Quad.  We're not here to stand still; we're here to help propel you forward, pushing you to exceed your limits and surpass your goals every single day. 

Headquartered in Wisconsin, Quad is a $3 billion global marketing experience company, that is among the largest magazine and direct-mail printers in the U.S.  With over 15,000 employees,  our company leverages its strong print foundation through every facet of the marketing journey efficiently and at scale through its innovative, data-driven offerings.  

Quad is hiring for a Die Tooling Technician at our Spartanburg, SC location.  The Die Tooling Tech will be responsible for pulling and preparing the die for use on die-cutting equipment through the use of hand tools and small power tools.  We are looking for a candidate who is flexible and can work either first or second shift.  The shift options are:

6 am – 2 pm (M-F)

2 pm – 10 pm ( M-F) -  $1.50 shift premium

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Perform die preparation by job priority and identify the correct material to use for make-ready step.  Review Job Order to determine set-up specifications and all production materials to ensure accurate process; gather and/or verify all material per Job Order.  Check for sign-offs.
• Pull and/or obtain the correct die for the job.  Verify die has been approved.  Check for wear or replacement needs.  Mark for wear if needed.
• View/compare the die to all other materials to make sure all match and the numbers are all correct.
• Use hand tools and some small power tools to prepare the die, remove the bracket/screws, and load on the cart, set shims.  Prepare plate, stripper, and blanker as per recommended procedures to obtain the proper die registration.
• Cross-train and perform other responsibilities as assigned by the lead or management.
• Maintain the area surrounding the Die Cutting machine to ensure proper functioning and safe working conditions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Previous Die Cutting or Die Making experience, highly desired, but will train the right candidate.
• Must be able to lift 10-15 pounds continuously, and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, percentages, and fractions. 
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Knowledge of hand tools and some small power tools.
• Computer proficient
• Troubleshooting experience preferred