Cutter Operator

PRINT MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC; North Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Print Management Group, a Charlotte, NC based family-owned offset printer, seeks an experienced Cutter Operator to set up, operate, and maintain the cutting line for paper stock and finished goods.

The role requires reading specifications, precise knife setting, and attention to quality. You will work in a manufacturing environment with safety protocols and physical demands, contributing to on-time production and shipment readiness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a production environment.
• Ability to read and understand job jackets, imposition and rule-up sheets.
• Must be mechanically inclined and able to perform basic maintenance tasks.
• Stand and walk for the majority of the shift with close-toed shoes required.
• Hearing protection provided upon request.

Responsibilities

• Review specs to determine page sequence, fold type and sizes.
• Enter cutting positions in the computer memory in order.
• Operate cutter, engage switches, and begin cutting operations.
• Jog and align sheets on the cutter bed for accurate cuts.
• Inspect cut material for imperfections and adjust as needed.
• Record job information on jackets and production sheets.
• Change knives and lubricate per manufacturer specifications.
• Keep machine and work area clean and safe; report issues to supervisor.

Skills

Mathematical calculations

Reading and following instructions

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Cutter Operator

DEPARTMENT: Production

REPORTS TO: Bindery Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY Set up, operate and maintain a machine to cut preparatory paper stock and finished products.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 job jackets and production sheets.
• Change knives and lubricate as needed as recommended by manufacturers specifications.
• Maintain good operational conditions on the machine and follow maintenance schedule provided by the Plant Manager to keep machine in best operating condition. Report any needed repairs or malfunctions to the Plant Manager and the Bindery Supervisor.
• Ensures that their work area and the rest of the bindery remain clean and tidy.
• Adheres to company policies and procedures, and abides by safety regulations.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, WORKING CONDITIONS

• High school graduate or equivalent and minimum 3 years experience.
• 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.
• Stand and walk 95% of the time. (Closed toed shoes required.)
• Extensive lifting and bending actions.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 75lbs. (Back braces provided upon request.)
• Manufacturing environment with noise exposure to varying levels. (Hearing protection provided upon request.)

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to the Bindery Supervisor.
• Supervises Bindery Helpers working on the cutter.
• Internal contacts include other Operators, Bindery Helpers, Bindery Supervisor, Press and Prep designees, and Customer Service personnel.
• No external contacts.

Company Description

Print Management Group is a family owned custom offset printer located in Charlotte, NC.

Company Description

Print Management Group is a family owned custom offset printer located in Charlotte, NC.