Cutting Tech I

Skyline Exhibits; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyline Exhibits in Minnesota is seeking a fabric cutter to complete non-standard or custom cutting jobs within established guidelines. You will operate large format cutting machines, read production orders, select the right fabrics and calculators, and perform light routine maintenance.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timely delivery, and teamwork. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and a willingness to learn, with none or minimal prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret production orders accurately.
• Solid understanding of color and color correction concepts.
• Excellent communication; write clear reports and follow instructions.
• Organize work, set schedules, and adapt to interruptions.
• Recognize issues, analyze information, and decide promptly.
• Check work for accuracy and verify details.
• Commitment to delivering quality services.

Responsibilities

• Cut fabrics using large format cutting machines to measurements.
• Use calculators or patterns to create cut sizes.
• Perform minor maintenance of cutting machines.
• Know fabric types and use the correct calculator for each type.
• Troubleshoot issues and escalate to senior staff when needed.
• Follow a provided schedule to cut items in a timely manner.
• Report fabric-type or quantity errors.
• Identify common fabric issues such as slubs, waves, or banding.
• Assist in other areas as required by the business.

Skills

Production order reading

Color correction concepts

Communication

Organizational skills

Decision making

Attention to detail

Quality commitment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Primarily responsible for completing non-standard or custom cutting jobs within established guidelines

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Cut fabrics using various large format cutting machines to measurements

• Responsible for using provided calculators or patterns to create a cut size

• Responsible for minor regular maintenance of the machines

• Have a good working knowledge of the different types of fabric used in production, make sure that the correct calculator is used for each type

• Troubleshoot issues and/or job questions as necessary and elevate to more experienced printer, Group Lead or Supervisor if appropriate.

• Use a provided schedule to ensure items are cut in a timely manner, prioritize items that are shipping first

• Understand the different finished products being created and report any errors in fabric type or quantity

• Understand the different types of common issues with fabric: slubs, waves, waking, banding, slow fire, etc. Report these errors to a supervisor or lead.

• May be asked to assist in other areas as required by the business.

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED required

Experience

• None required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to see read a production order

• Knowledge of color and color correcting concepts

• Communication: Capacity to listen effectively; respond clearly and directly, use vocabulary appropriate to the situation; prepare clear, concise reports and records; receive written or oral instructions; use appropriate style, grammar, and tone in informational and formal business communications.

• Organizational Ability: Capability to plan, organize and monitor activities according to priorities; establish schedules, deadlines or quotas; coordinate resources toward fulfillment of desired objectives; organize work autonomously or as part of a team; control and/or adapt to interruptions, changes, disorder without losing efficiency or composure.

• Decision-Making: Ability to recognize symptoms of problems; gather and analyze information; consider a broad range of issues or factors; grasp complexities and perceive relationships among problems and issues; select the best alternative; make timely, sound decisions even under conditions of risk and uncertainty; sought out by others for advice and solutions.

• Attention to detail/accuracy: Checks and verifies work; pays attention to details; follows up with others to ensure accuracy.

• Commitment to Quality: Able to emphasize the need to deliver quality services; can define standards for quality and evaluate processes and services against those standards.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling on a regular basis.