CUTTER OPERATOR, LARGE FORMAT (3rd shift)

Dcg One; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life/AD&D Insurance

401(k) with matching

Accident Insurance

FSA, HSA

9 Paid Holidays

Monthly Cookie Days

Job summary

DCG ONE in Seattle, WA is seeking a Large Format Cutter Operator to run and maintain finishing equipment such as Kongsberg, Fotoba, Graphtec, laminators, and related devices. This third-shift role requires attention to quality, teamwork, and flexibility for overtime and weekends.

You will work with print media, manage loading/unloading, perform routine maintenance, and support sales and project management teams.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience operating large format finishing or printing equipment.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, RIPs, and/or cutting software is a plus.
• May be required to pass Public Trust Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operates Large Format Cutters: Kongsberg, Fotoba, Graphtec.
• Operates Large Format Finishing Equipment: Seal, Segal.
• Assists with loading/unloading of large format printing equipment (Vutek, Epson, Canon).
• Builds and maintains understanding of print media, cutting parameters, and finishing techniques.
• Tracks quantities and versions of items to be cut, laminated, or finished.
• Communicates finishing requirements to Prepress.
• Performs daily/weekly/monthly maintenance routines.

Skills

Basic electro/mechanical skills

Color assessment

Initiative

Team oriented

Resourcefulness

Professionalism

Problem solving

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

RIPs

Cutting software

Job description

Job Details
Job Location: SEATTLE, WA 98134
Salary Range: $25.00 - $29.00 HourlyShift: Monday – Friday, 9:45 pm – 6:15 am

DCG ONE is one of the largest privately held marketing service providers in the country. Based in Seattle, with locations in NYC and Maryland, we help companies deliver their brand worldwide through creative, print, and fulfillment services.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Large Format Cutter Operator runs and maintains a range of Large Format Finishing equipment. Including Flatbed and XY Cutters, Plotters, Laminators, and other Finishing devices. While maintaining high-quality standards and workload balancing in a fast-paced environment. The ability to perform basic troubleshooting, follow work orders, and communicate machine conditions is key. A keen eye for detail is a must, and a team-centered mindset is required.

We are looking for someone who is able to work third shift. If you are reliable, flexible, and able to work overtime and weekends —and are seeking a stable position with a fast-growing company—we encourage you to apply!

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Accident Insurance
• FSA, HSA
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Monthly Cookie Days!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates Large Format Cutters: Kongsberg, Fotoba, Graphtec
• Operates Large Format Finishing Equipment: Seal, Segal
• Assists with the Loading / Unloading of Large Format Printing Equipment: Vutek, Epson, Canon
• Builds and maintains a strong understanding of Print Media, cutting parameters, and Finishing techniques.
• Tracks quantities and versions of printed items to be cut, laminated, and/or finished.
• Communicates finishing requirements to the Prepress Department.
• Occasionally supports the packaging of finished items.
• Precisely follows work orders.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance machine routines.
• Supports inventory management and order consumables for finishing equipment.
• Contributes to team workshops and training events.
• Attends and participates in team production meetings.
• Identifies and assesses quality defects in media, print, cutting, and finishing.
• Follows standard protocols and contributes to the development of new internal processes.
• Provides exceptional service and support to the sales and project management teams.
• Handles heavy rolls and rigid sheets of print media safely.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least one (1) year of experience operating Large Format Finishing or Printing Equipment.
• Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite, RIP’s, and/or Cutting Software is a plus.
• May berequiredto complete and passPublic Trust Security Clearance.

ESSENTIAL ABILITIES

• Basic Electro/Mechanical Skills
• Judge Print, Cut, and End Product quality
• Color Assessment
• Initiative to grow professionally
• Team Oriented
• Resourcefulness
• Personally Credible
• Problem Solving

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Hand dexterity and strength required.
• Flexibility in work hours may be required.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.
• The employee must frequently lift or move items over 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Equal Employment Opportunity & At-Will Employment

DCG ONE does not tolerate discrimination of any type and offers equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, natural origin, age, disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other considerations made unlawful by Federal, State, or local laws. We believe in providing eligible and qualified employees with opportunities to advance. DCG ONE is an at-will employer.