Cutter Operator

Marketing.com; Walled Lake (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k)

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Marketing.com is seeking a Cutter Operator to set up, operate, and maintain cutters for paper stock. You will cut to specifications, align sheets, and ensure quality throughout the process.

The role requires physical stamina, routine lifting, and the ability to lead a cutter helper in a manufacturing environment. A high school diploma and basic technical skills are required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to 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 50–75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications to determine page sequence, fold type, and sheet size.
• Measure from edge of sheet to determine cutting positions.
• Enter cutting positions into computer memory/program.
• Load and align sheets on the cutter bed for cutting.
• Operate computer to move sheets into cut positions.
• Check finished material for imperfections and adjust as needed.
• Remove finished material and stack for shipment.
• Record job information on tags and time sheets.
• Change knives and lubricate per manufacturer specs.
• Instruct/lead cutter helper.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Math skills

Reading instructions

Mechanical aptitude

Keyboard/computer basics

Stamina standing/walking

Manual lifting

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calculator

Keyboard

Job description

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 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.
• Other duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• H.S. diploma or equivalent

Preferred Skills

• 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Normal, no adverse or hazardous conditions. Warehouse and plant with exposure to dust, noise and fumes. Walking and standing 100% on concrete flooring.
• Position requires grasping and utilizing manual dexterity including hand/finger coordination and the utilization of color vision.
• The employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, toxic chemicals and heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Lift up to 50 lbs; lift up to 100 lbs with assistance occasionally.
• Ability to use computer and calculator.
• Ability to sit (5%), stand (55%), walk (20%), kneel/squat (10%) and bend (10%) for eight hours.

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.