Global Cutting

h3Global Cutting/ Die-Cutting/ Print Finishing Technology Expert (Remote Based Europe) /h3pCartamundi is the worldwide leader in “play” solutions, such as playing cards, card board games, and collectibles trading card games. Its team of nearly 3,000 people is united in providing every person the possibility to “Live Different, Play Different.” To achieve this, the family-owned company, headquartered in Belgium, operates a global network of design and sales offices and manufacturing facilities, stretching from the US, over Latin America and Europe, to Japan. /ppThe company houses a global brand portfolio that includes a suite of heritage brands such as Bicycle®, Bee®, Copag®, Shuffle® and many locally loved brands. At the same time, Cartamundi is a trusted manufacturing and distribution solutions partner for leading toy and entertainment companies. /ppGiven the Cartamundi printing presses have been running since 1765, the company draws on a rich tradition, whilst at the same time stimulating innovation in digital and hybrid experiences to stay relevant today and tomorrow. /ppCartamundi pursues a strategy of sustainable and profitable growth whilst preserving our planet and the company in excellent condition for generations to come. /ppLearn more about what we do at and follow us on LinkedIn via /ppAs strongGlobal Cutting Technology Expert /strong, you are Cartamundi’s global authority on high-speed automated die cutting/ punching, high precision slitting, and advanced blanking/stripping technologies. /ppstronguRemote-based in Europe or the Americas /u and reporting to the Vice President Industrial Innovation RD /strong, you will define and safeguard our global cutting standards, accelerate innovation across all cutting converting processes, and ensure worldclass precision in cut-to-print registration, crease quality, dimensional stability, and edge integrity. /ppYou will work closely with our global manufacturing network, engineering, and RD teams to evaluate new technologies optimize processes, and guide installationsand trials across our sites and suppliers. strongYou will be recognized as the technical authority /strong in cutting and converting, comfortable operating at both machine level and global-standards level. /ppThis role is global in scope and requires up to 50–60% international travel. strongYou will have a globally visible expert role with direct exposure to leadership, production sites, and suppliers worldwide – travel is integral to influence, not oversight alone.br/strongWhile deep expertise in cutting technologies is essential, strongthe success of this role depends equally on curiosity, innovation, and the ability to challenge the status quo /strong. We are looking for an expert who brings new ideas, pilots unconventional approaches, and constructively challenges the organization to test and adopt better ways of working. Solid knowledge of packaging and converting environments is critical to ensure innovations are practical, scalable, and value-creating. /ph3strongYour function: /strong /h3pstrongTechnology Innovation /strong /pulliScout, evaluate, and validate cutting technologies (stronghigh speed automated die cutting/punching, high precision slitting, /strongflatbed/rotary die cutting, laser, digital knife/CNC tables). /liliLead trials, benchmarking, and business cases for new equipment and materials. /liliDrive innovation in precision, throughput, sustainability, and automation. /li /ulpstrongGlobal Standards Best Practices /strong /pulliDefine and maintain cutting and creasing standards strongas the /strong strongrecognized reference expert across the global network /strong. /liliEstablish calibration routines and cut‑to‑print alignment guidelines. /liliTroubleshoot complex converting issues and lead root‑cause investigations. /liliDevelop global SOPs, specifications, and quality benchmarks. /liliLead and guide sites in implementing SPC, inline/offline vision, SMED, and capability improvements. /liliLead global assessments to optimize OEE, scrap, and tooling life. /li /ulpstrongCross‑Functional Collaboration /strong /pulliPartner with RD on design‑for‑cutting feasibility, materials, and dieline optimization. /liliAdvise engineering with equipment specifications, vendor evaluations, and commissioning. /liliTrain, coach and mentor sites in process mastery and technical problem‑solving, strongbuilding internal capability rather than recurring dependency /strong. /liliConduct internal and external technical audits. /liliApprove die lines, samples, and first‑article production. /liliBuild strong partnerships with diemakers, equipment OEMs, and automation providers. /li /ulh3strongYour profile: /strong /h3pYou are a seasoned specialist with a strong technical background in high‑precision cutting and converting processes. You combine practical, hands‑on expertise with analytical thinking, and you take pride in delivering work of consistently high quality. You are motivated by technic