Flat Cutter Operator

Surestaff, LLC; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health & Wellness Programs

Medical benefits

Weekly pay

Employee advocacy

Job summary

Surestaff, LLC in Bartlett, IL seeks a Cutter/Loader to operate the cutting line, bring jobs to the cutter, and load and check sheets for quality.

This on-site role requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand for long periods, and read English; safety and quality procedures must be followed.

Competitive hourly pay of $20–$24, BOE, with weekly electronic pay and opportunities to grow in a manufacturing staffing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to read English preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must be capable of standing for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Reads and understands job jacket.
• Brings the job to be cut and sets up the cutter.
• Obtains the OK from the supervisor.
• Loads the cutter and cuts as quickly and efficiently as possible.
• Checks for offsetting-draw mixed sheets.
• Pulls quality sheets and places them in corrugated.
• Ensures all forms are kept separate.
• Notifies supervisor immediately if there is a problem.
• Switches out the recycling bins.
• Marks skids or boxes with descriptions.
• Changes blades as directed or needed.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Follows all safety and quality procedures.
• Reports all mechanical and safety issues to supervisor.

Skills

Read English

Lift up to 40 pounds

Stand for extended periods

Education

High school diploma

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES/PURPOSE:

Reads and understands job jacket. Brings the job to be cut and sets up the cutter. Obtains the OK from the supervisor. Loads the cutter and cuts as quickly and efficiently as possible when cutting and checks for offsetting-draw mixed sheets. Pulls quality sheets and places them in corrugated. Ensures all forms are kept separate. Notifies supervisor immediately if there is a problem. Switches out the recycling bins. Marks skids or boxes with descriptions. Changes blades as directed or needed. Maintains a clean and safe work area. Follows all safety and quality procedures. Reports all mechanical and safety issues to supervisor. Performs all duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma preferred. Ability to read English preferred. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Must be capable of standing for extended periods of time.

Pay: $20-$24/HR BOE

Location: Bartlett, IL

About Surestaff

At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast.

We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:

• Access to a wide range of job opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
• Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
• Electronic weekly pay
• Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support

Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.

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AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision‑making. These tools donotreplace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation.