Cutter Operator

Mittera Philadelphia LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Policies

Short and Long-Term Disability

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Mittera Philadelphia LLC is seeking a Cutter Operator on the 3rd shift to join our Finishing team. You will set up and adjust cutter equipment and operate the cutting line to meet customer specifications.

You will evaluate product quality, review job tickets, and maintain accurate production records while working to tight deadlines. This role requires reading instructions, basic math, and effective communication across shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1–3 years of cutting experience preferred.
• Ability to read work instructions and memos.
• Effective communication with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements.
• Ability to interpret varied instructions and schedules.
• Ability to work under deadlines and in stressful situations.
• Organized with the ability to plan and prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and adjust cutter machine per instructions and job requirements.
• Program cutting sequences into the cutter machine manually when needed.
• Operate cutter and ancillary equipment to cut material to size.
• Evaluate product quality during cutting and adjust as needed.
• Review job tickets and plan work processes to meet specs.
• Maintain press sheet information with dates and counts.
• Monitor machine during runs to ensure specifications are met.
• Perform routine maintenance such as blade replacement and lubrication.
• Notify supervision of issues and process work orders for repairs.
• Prepare load flags for outgoing loads indicating next operation.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cutting experience

Reading instructions

Communication skills

Math skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Stress management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Mittera is currently seeking Cutter Operators for 3rd shift to join our Finishing team! Cutter Operators perform set-up, adjustment and safe operation of cutting equipment. They also prepare product to be packed, collated or bound, ensuring that all items produced meet customer specifications.

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

• 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

Physical Requirements

• 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

Work Environmental Factors

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous materials. A production employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.

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 Volunteer Time Off

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 identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.