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Veritiv; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Life/AD&D and disability insurance

Job summary

Veritiv seeks a Cutter Operator to set up, program, and run a Cutter machine in a fast-paced printing production environment. You will load stock, align stacks, and ensure materials meet exact specifications while maintaining productivity and safety standards.

The role requires reading job tickets and measurements, basic math, and the ability to troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and a path for skill development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1-3 years of related job experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret job jackets, layouts and specifications.
• Able to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements.
• Must be mechanically inclined with basic electronic/computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Review tickets, layouts, impositions and specs to determine cutting requirements.
• Set up, program and operate Cutter machine to customer specs and deadlines.
• Load stock, align and transport finished materials to next operation or shipping.
• Inspect finished materials for dimension accuracy and quality.
• Complete production records and quality documentation.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot machine issues with maintenance notification.

Skills

Math calculations

Read specifications

Mechanical aptitude

Electronic/computer knowledge

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Cutter machine

Material handling equipment

Scales & rulers

Tape measures

Job description

Job Purpose:

Our Cutter Operator is responsible for setting up, programming, operating, and maintaining the Cutter Machine and related material handling equipment to accurately trim printed and unprinted paper stock according to customer specifications and production schedules. This position ensures quality standards, productivity goals, and safety requirements are consistently met within a fast-paced printing manufacturing environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review job tickets, layouts, impositions, and specifications to determine cutting requirements and production sequence.
• Set up, program, and operate Cutter machine using computerized controls and cutting specifications to make sure each job is produced to customer specifications, meeting internal and external deadlines.
• Load printed and unprinted paper stock onto cutter beds and material handling equipment and remove finished materials and transport products to the next production operation or shipping area.
• Jog and align paper stacks to ensure accurate cutting and squareness.
• Inspect finished materials for dimension accuracy, quality, defects, and consistency throughout production runs.
• Complete production records, load tags, time sheets, and quality documentation.
• Perform routine maintenance including blade changes, lubrication, cleaning, and inspection of cutter components and be able to troubleshoot machine issues and notify maintenance personnel when repairs are required.
• Follow all company safety, lockout/tagout, and housekeeping procedures.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:

• Able to perform basic mathematical calculations along with ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions, job jackets, press imposition, and rule-up sheets.
• Measure stock and calculate cutting dimensions using scales, rulers, tape measures, and production documentation.
• Must be mechanically inclined and have electronic and computer knowledge.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a crew/team to coordinate work schedules to insure we maintain Company values while meeting our customer promises.

Work Experience:

Ability to work independently, successfully manage accounts, work under pressure, and adapt to changes in the work environment is essential.

• 1-3 years of related job experience.

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED

Working Conditions:

The work environment for this position requires:

• Regularly working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse where exposure to cold, heat, damp or humid conditions may occur.
• Exposure to loud noise.
• Exposure to dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements listed below are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Ability to lift, twist and carry up 50 - 75 pounds, manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material handling equipment and skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds utilizing pallet jack.
• Walking/Standing - walk throughout the warehouse to complete customer orders. Stand when operating order picker or reach truck equipment and when operating cutter.
• Sitting - sit only when driving sit-down material handling equipment.
• Lifting - lift items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance .
• Stooping - performed when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations. May bend at the waist.
• Kneeling - kneel when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.

What We Offer:

Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc. Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities. Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions. Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.

About Veritiv

About Veritiv Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn .

Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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This description does not attempt to define the job's essential functions as defined by applicable disabilities law.