P

PaperWorks Industries

Produces recycled paperboard and folding cartons

Die Cutting Operator

Full-TimeDeadline 6/3/27
No salary listed
Mid
Greensboro, NC, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent experience is required.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience operating large-format die cutters in a folding-carton environment is required.
  • Strong knowledge of all die-cutting functions is required.
  • Knowledge of equipment lockout procedures is required.
Responsibilities
  • Verify customer specifications for each product using the computer system.
  • Check the setup of pins and blankers for new jobs according to customer specifications.
  • Continuously check product quality to ensure standards are met or exceeded.
  • Perform quality checks before sending product to the Finishing department.
  • Operate a walkie to transport product within and between departments.
  • Instruct and train Die Cutting Pre-press Operators in all aspects of operating the die-cutting machines.
  • Troubleshoot and maintain die-cutting equipment as required.
  • Record production data on paperwork and in the computer system.
  • Perform general housekeeping and other related duties as required.
  • Ensure the safe and efficient setup and operation of the die-cutting equipment.
  • Set up and operate the die-cutting equipment safely and efficiently while meeting production, quality, and efficiency requirements and complying with health and safety policies.

About the company

PaperWorks Industries is a North American producer of recycled paperboard and specialized folding cartons for packaging. The company operates as an integrated, full‑service provider, handling both paperboard production and packaging solutions to meet diverse client needs. Its products come from recycled materials and are designed for sustainability, with processes that leverage modern technology and continuous improvement to deliver cost‑effective, high‑quality packaging. PaperWorks differentiates itself by offering end‑to‑end packaging solutions—from raw paperboard to finished cartons—within one organization, focusing on environmental responsibility and dependable service. The company’s goal is to provide sustainable, value‑added packaging that aligns with customer requirements while controlling costs and reducing environmental impact.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lower Merion Township, Pennsylvania

Founded

2008

Get referred to PaperWorks Industries

See people who can refer or advise you

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Color Craft brought 120 employees and a broader converting footprint in November 2025.
  • PaperWorks is expanding into stable consumer categories: food, beverage, personal care, and home care.
  • Its recycled packaging positioning benefits brands pursuing lower-plastic, fiber-based packaging commitments now.

What critics are saying

  • March 2024 Mount Gilead closed, eliminating 74 jobs and signaling weak plant economics.
  • November 2025 Color Craft integration can disrupt service, retainers, and promised synergies through 2026.
  • Persistent underutilized mills or another shutdown could force asset sales and shrink PaperWorks materially.

What makes PaperWorks Industries unique

  • November 2025 Color Craft adds Wisconsin converting capacity and food, beverage, household accounts.
  • PaperWorks runs two mills and six converting facilities across the United States and Canada.
  • Its recycled paperboard integration reduces dependence on outside board suppliers and tightens quality control.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

4%
Business Wire
Nov 13th, 2025
PaperWorks Acquires Color Craft Graphic Arts

PaperWorks Industries Inc., a leading North American producer of 100% recycled paperboard and folding carton packaging, announces the acquisition of Color Cr...

Financial Post
Nov 12th, 2025
PaperWorks Acquires Color Craft Graphic Arts

PaperWorks acquires Color Craft Graphic Arts. FORT WASHINGTON, Pa. - PaperWorks Industries Inc., a leading North American producer of 100% recycled paperboard and folding carton packaging, announces the acquisition of Color Craft Graphic Arts ("Color Craft"). Founded in 1929 and based in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Color Craft is a producer of packaging for food, beverage, and household goods. This acquisition aligns with our strategy of growth and further supports our ongoing investment and commitment to our customers. "This acquisition aligns with our strategy of growth and further supports our ongoing investment and commitment to our customers," says Brian Janki, President and CEO of PaperWorks. "Color Craft meets our criteria for geographic alignment with our mill system and folding carton network, diverse customer mix, and overall cultural fit." Gregg Weber, President & CEO of Color Craft, who will join the PaperWorks team, comments, "We are thrilled to join an organization that emulates our values and has an outstanding reputation in the industry. This is a great opportunity for the Manitowoc team to thrive within a larger folding carton network and leverage mill integration to deliver the highest level of service to our customers." With the addition of Color Craft's folding carton facility and welcoming 120 new team members, PaperWorks expands its fully integrated folding carton network to include two paperboard mills and six converting facilities across the United States and Canada. Color Craft was advised by Mesirow on the transaction. About PaperWorks PaperWorks is a leading, integrated North American producer of 100% recycled paperboard and specialized folding cartons. PaperWorks supplies independent packaging converters with coated recycled paperboard (CRB) and provides sustainable, fiber-based packaging solutions to consumer products companies, emphasizing innovation and market differentiation for reputable brands. The Company serves a diverse set of end markets, including food, beverage, personal care, and home care. For more information, please visit: www.onepaperworks.com

Business Wire
Jun 4th, 2024
PaperWorks Celebrates 150 Years of Excellence

In 2015, PaperWorks Industries acquired Boehmer Box from CanAmPac.

The Business Journals
Feb 1st, 2024
Wire manufacturer to close North Carolina facility, lay off 100

Just this year in the Triad, WestRock has announced plans to close a Lexington facility, cutting more than 150 jobs, and PaperWorks Industries said it is closing its facility in the Montgomery County town of Mt. Gilead and eliminating 74 jobs.

MyChesCo
Jul 6th, 2023
TIFIN and Hamilton Lane Launch AI-Powered Investment Assistant for Private Markets

FORT WASHINGTON, PA — PaperWorks Industries Inc. announced it recently completed the acquisition of The Standard Group.