Bindery Cutter Operators- 1st Shift

Job Summary

Duties And Responsibilities

Education, Skills, Abilities And Working Conditions

Benefits

• Review specifications to determine page sequence, type of fold and page or sheet size.
• Measure from edge of sheet using scale to determine incremental cutting positions from guide.
• Enter cutting positions in proper order into computer memory.
• Remove sheets of printed or unprinted paper stack from the load and place them on the cutter bed, jog and align sheets against the cutter guide in preparation for cutting.
• Activate computer to move sheets into first cut position. Activate double hand switches to begin cutting operation.
• Examine cut material for any imperfections and adjust computer program as needed.
• Remove finished or pre-finished material from the cutter bed and stack on pallets for shipment to the customer or next operation.
• Record job information on load tags and time sheets.
• Follow all ISO Quality Control Procedures.
• Change knives and lubricate as needed as recommended by manufacturers speciation’s.

High school diploma/GED. 2+ years’ experience in the print industry. Knowledge of running bindery, folding and cutter equipment. Perform basic mathematical calculations. Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions, job jackets, press imposition and rule-up sheets. Must be mechanically inclined. Must have basic electronic and computer keyboard knowledge. Stand and walk 95% of the time. (safety shoes required and company subsidizes cost). Extensive lifting and bending actions. Physically capable of lifting to 75lbs. (Back braces provided upon request). Manufacturing environment with noise exposure to varying levels. (hearing protection provided).

Ability to direct fellow crew members in the overall operation involved in the job. Perform basic mathematical calculations. Must have basic electronic and computer keyboard knowledge. Effective problem-solving skills to resolve production and quality issues. Responsive to changing requirements and priorities.

Benefits

• 401(k) 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance