Cutter Operator

Core Responsibilities

• Review job specifications to determine downstream bindery operations, cutting and packing requirements.
• Thoroughly read and understand job jackets to plan work process to ensure meeting of customer specifications.
• Understand cut patterns and be able to program cutter in most efficient pattern.
• Set up and adjust assigned cutter to specifications at the beginning and during production run as required for adherence to all quality and customer requirements.
• Adjust/change cutting blade and lubricate as needed.
• 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.
• May supervise an assistant operator jogging sheets for the cutter.
• Log into and record data collections (PACE).
• 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 or carts for shipment to the customer or next operation.
• Ensure the completion of jobs meeting quality and quantity requirements.
• Ensures that their work area and the rest of the bindery remain clean and tidy.
• Perform all required maintenance to machines according to departmental procedures.
• Troubleshoot machine problems, resolving if possible, notifying Plant Manager as needed.

Qualifications & Skill Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Technical expertise navigating Polar Cutter control panel and parts.
• Experience with the process of loading, cutting, and unloading sheets off the cutter machinery.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions, press imposition and rule-up sheets.
• Ability to read and understand Job Jackets.
• Basic mathematical calculations.
• Understanding basic repair and maintenance of cutter machinery.
• Understanding basic safety protocols when handling cutter machinery.
• Effective time management skills.
• Effective teaming skills.
• Ability to direct fellow crew members in the overall operation involved in the job.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Basic electronic and computer keyboard knowledge.
• Stand and walk 95% of the time.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds.
• Effective visual and hearing abilities, with or without aid, suitable for an office and production warehouse environment.
• May use solvents when cleaning; oils during lubrication; and alcohol or alcohol replacement during upkeep and operation of unit.