Cutter Operator

Mittera; Melrose Park, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental

Vision

401K with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid volunteer time off

Legal insurance

Identity theft protection

Employee assistance program

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. We are seeking a cutter operator to set up and operate cutting equipment, ensuring quality and meeting customer specifications.

Strong reading, math, and communication skills are required, with experience on Zund machines a plus. Position involves working with press sheets, planning workflows, and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1–3 years of cutting experience preferred.
• Able to read work instructions and memos.
• Good math skills for measurements.
• Strong communication across levels.
• Zund experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and adjust cutter machine per job requirements.
• Set-up automatic cutting programs manually into cutter machine.
• Operate cutter machine and ancillary equipment to cut material into desired dimensions.
• Evaluate and make decisions concerning quality of product while cutting.
• Review job tickets and plan work processes to meet customer specifications.
• Keep accurate press sheet information with dates and counts.
• Monitor assigned machine during runs to ensure adherence to specifications and make adjustments as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance, such as blade replacement, lubrication, and waxing.
• Notify supervision of mechanical/electrical problems and complete “Work Orders” for parts/repairs that require maintenance assistance.
• Prepare load flags on each outgoing load showing the next operation or destination.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Reading instructions

Math skills

Effective communication

Planning & prioritizing

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Zund experience

Job description

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set-up and adjust cutter machine in accordance with instructions and job requirements
• Set-up automatic cutting programs manually into cutter machine
• Operate cutter machine and ancillary equipment to cut material into desired dimensions
• Evaluate and make decisions concerning quality of product while cutting
• Review job tickets and plan work processes to meet customer specifications
• Keep accurate press sheet information with dates and counts
• Monitor assigned machine during runs to ensure adherence to specifications and make adjustments as needed
• Perform routine maintenance, such as blade replacement, lubrication, and waxing
• Notify supervision of mechanical/electrical problems and complete “Work Orders” for parts/repairs that require maintenance assistance
• Prepare load flags on each outgoing load showing the next operation or destination
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In keeping with Mittera’s philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential, and in compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 1 - 3 years of previous cutting experience preferred
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
• Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization
• Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to prevent errors and solve problems on all prepress machines
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
• Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision
• Zund experience is a plus!

Working Conditions

Requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity, and coordination
• Requires near visual acuity
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Veteran Time Off
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Advancement Opportunities

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.