Cutter Operator

Marketing.com; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k

PTO and Company-paid holidays

Job summary

A digital marketing company in Torrington is looking for a skilled operator to set up and maintain Polar cutters. The role involves reviewing specifications, making precise cuts, and ensuring high-quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates should be mechanically inclined with the ability to lead fellow crew members. The company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401k.

Qualifications

• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Must demonstrate basic electronic and computer knowledge.
• Physically capable of lifting 50-75lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain Polar cutter(s).
• Review specifications to determine page sequence and size.
• Examine cut material for imperfections and adjust program as necessary.
• Direct fellow crew members in job operations.

Skills

Basic mathematical calculations

Mechanically inclined

Ability to read instructions

Basic electronic and computer knowledge

Leadership

Job description

COMPANY SUMMARY Marketing.com brings together people from diverse personal and professional backgrounds to create a technology-centered, people-powered culture that is constantly evolving and redefining how marketing is done. Our team members bring to work a combined history of dedication, service and being the best at what they do—everyday. With over 30 production facilities in the US and Canada (and growing!), we provide comprehensive digital marketing services, commercial printing, warehousing & fulfillment, direct mail marketing, sign manufacturing & fabrication, and promotional products.

We are expanding at warp speed and are adding to our team – from our sales office and shop floor locations to our remote online team members. We are a diverse, creative, and passionate crew who is always looking to discover and implement fresh, innovative ideas and make some pretty amazing things.

JOB SUMMARY

Set up, operate and maintain Polar cutter(s). To cut paper stock and prepare loads for folding, stitching, hand assembly or shipping.

ROLES 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/program.
• Remove sheets of printed stock 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.
• 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 load tags and time sheets.
• Change knives and lubricate as needed as recommended by manufacturer’s specifications.
• Responsible for instructing/leading the cutter helper.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• Must have basic electronic and computer keyboard knowledge.
• Stand and walk 95% of the time.
• Extensive lifting and bending actions.
• Physically capable of lifting to 50-75lbs. Our cutters have automatic lifts.
• Manufacturing environment with some noise exposure. Hearing protection is not required.
• Ability to direct fellow crew members in the overall operation involved in the job.

Our Company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short & long-term disability, 401k, PTO, and Company-paid holidays.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.