Die Cutter Operator

Miller Zell Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Zell Inc. in Atlanta, GA seeks a Cutter to operate a powered guillotine cutter, trimming stock to exact customer specifications. The role involves setting backstops, adjusting clamp pressure, keeping the cutter square, and blade changes as needed.

You will verify production orders, determine lift size per cut to meet tight tolerances, and maintain records of cutting waste while keeping safety and cleanliness a priority. GED or 3–6 months related experience required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, or 3–6 months related experience or equivalent
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical information and procedures
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (add, subtract, multiply, and divide) in all units of measure

Responsibilities

• Check material against production order for accuracy
• Determine lift size per cut to maintain tolerances
• Operate and adjust the guillotine cutter (set backstop, clamp pressure, keep cutter square) and replace blades
• Block, stack, feed, cut, retrieve and re-stack sheets as required
• Maintain production records and dispose of waste per instructions
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on cutter and related equipment
• Inspect machine guards for safety compliance
• Keep work area and equipment clean; maintain punctuality and attendance

Skills

Technical reading

Basic math

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for cutting raw material and/or trimming printed stock to customer specifications on powered guillotine cutter. Performs cutting operation to close tolerances, sets backstop, clamp pressure, keeps cutter square, and changes cutter blades by performing the following duties personally.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Checks material to be trimmed against production order for accuracy.
• Determines whether trimming is necessary prior to final cutting.
• Determines lift size (number of sheets) per cut to maintain tolerance ranges within precise limitations.
• Performs cutting operations to close tolerances, sets back stop, clamp pressure, keeps cutter square, changes blade, and checks with supervisor for approval before cutting job.
• Blocks, stacks, feeds, cuts, retrieves, and re-stacks sheets.
• Maintains production records as required.
• Records cutting waste. Measures or weighs as necessary, and dispose of material as indicated.
• Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on cutter, trimmer, and other equipment.
• Inspect machine guards for safety compliance.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Punctuality and Regular attendance are required on the job

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED): or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Skills/Qualifications:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical information and procedures. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The incumbent may be exposed to toxins, chemicals, and extreme temperatures (30degrees F – 115 degrees F), dust, fumes, moving mechanical parts, high pitched noises, or gases. The incumbent will spend approximately 75% of their time indoors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

SEDENTARY WORK: Lifting 25 lbs. maximum and frequently lifting and/or carrying articles.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus