Cutting Operator

Sika; Cherokee Woods (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Generous Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off, Paid holidays

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Education Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program & More!

Job summary

Sika Corporation is seeking a Cutting Operator in Tennessee to operate fiber cutting and packaging lines, perform minor equipment adjustments, and maintain quality according to work specifications. The role emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration with packaging teams.

You will enter data into SAP, print tickets as needed, and participate in TPM activities while ensuring a clean, safe production floor and adherence to OSHA training requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED is required.
• Working knowledge of SAP preferred.
• Ability to communicate well with others and work effectively withing a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate cutting equipment and make minor adjustments as needed.
• Complete shift documentation for Safety, Quality and Productivity as directed.
• Enter data into SAP to print pallet tickets and related paperwork.
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment by adhering to procedures and regulations.
• Monitor inventory levels and request replenishment of supplies to avoid production disruption.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025.

Job Description

This position is responsible for the performing and maintaining the daily activities associated with the Safe operation of fiber cutting / packaging lines in accordance to established standard work procedures. Cutting operator is responsible for completing required documentation and maintaining quality by inspecting, grading, and packing of all products produced on their assigned lines in accordance with product quality specifications and packaging specifications. Cutting operator will be required to perform authorized minor equipment adjustments on all production line equipment in order meet safety, quality, and production standards with limited assistance from others.

• Responsible for performing job duties in a safe and conscientious manner, following all JSA’s procedures, and policies established for the plant.
• Communicate with off going Cutting Line Operator
• Review Process Specification for processing accuracy
• Operate Cutting equipment as directed, making minor adjustments as needed.
• Complete shift documentation (Paperwork / Computer Input) for Safety, Quality and Productivity as directed.
• Perform quality checks as directed
• Enter data into sap to make pallet ticket, only print tickets as needed, do not print tickets ahead of time, if equipment fails someone will have to spend time to reverse the tickets.
• Place tickets on center of each side of the pallets, should always be uniform placement.
• Program printers and change ribbon if needed, remember if you can’t read the print neither will the customer.
• Change paper as needed, us caution with changing out paper keep hands away from pinch points and always lock the paper roll down each time. Change PVOH rolls as needed, using caution as well.
• Enters notifications for all Safety issues, downtime, and maintenance issues as needed.
• Ability to perform in a cross-functional capacity by successfully training and qualifying on all packaging lines to support operational flexibility and production requirements.
• Perform TPM activities as required.
• Perform product changes as needed, always follow product change procedure, no exceptions.
• Understanding of plant processes; how activity on the production floor affects our financial performance
• Actively participate on quality improvement projects / teams.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Able to perform other Job duties assigned by Leader
• Monitor inventory levels of all materials being consumed on the production line and request replenishment of supplies in a timely manner as to not disrupt production flow. Remember it is your responsibility to always check to ensure you are getting the correct supplies.
• Ability to successfully complete and maintain all required OSHA training and adhere to established safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Cutting Operator has full authority and responsibility to shut down any piece of equipment that is deemed unsafe, failure to do so is a violation of plant safety rules. YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ALWAYS COMES FIRST!

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED is required
• Working knowledge of SAP preferred
• Ability to communicate well with others and work effectively withing a team environment.

Additional Information

• 401k with Generous Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off, Paid holidays

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Education Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.