Die Cutting Machine Minder

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Die Cutting Machine Minder. A Die Cutting Machine Minder makes ready, runs, and maintains carton cutting and creasing equipment and machinery to produce consistent quality cartons/containers to specification. A qualified learner will be able to: • Load machine ready tooling and perform make-ready operations to produce first off quality carton/containers. • Test the carton/container functionality before commencing with a production run. • Run the carton cutting and creasing equipment and machinery to produce consistent quality cartons/containers to specifications.

The Die Cutting Machine Minder is intended for entry-level workers, school leavers, or career changers who want to gain foundational skills. If you have a passion for this field and want to turn that passion into a profession, this programme will give you the tools and credentials to succeed. It is also suitable for employers who wish to upskill their workforce to meet industry standards.

This qualification will provide a training platform for new entrants, but more importantly to recognise workplace skills and experience acquired and translate it into formal education and training. Learners who are assessed as competent against this qualification will make ready, run and maintain carton cutting and creasing equipment and machinery to produce consistent quality cartons/containers to specification.This represents a specialised skill within an industry that has extended its reach from local markets, to ensure state of the art carton production and product packaging that enables local produces to compete on the local market and internationally. The qualification contributes to the development of qualified artisans in the printing industry. The career pathway is open to all youth, school leavers and any technical minded individual that has a flair for design and print. The qualification will enhance career progression for a substantial number of current employees, who will eventually acquire certification and offer opportunities for new entrants. Trained individuals will be able to complete the entire qualification and practice as qualified Carton Cutting and Creasing Machine Minders. Progressing beyond the requirement of this qualification, learners will become Carton Cutting and Creasing Machine Minders and further related occupations like Carton CAD Operators, Carton Die Makers, Carton Gluing Machine Operator, Printing Estimator, Packaging Manager, Warehousing and Distribution Manager (Printing) and Production Manager.

1. Fit die and punching equipment into a machine to punch out the required carton product.