Flat Cutter Operator - 1st Shift

Arandell; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Flat Cutter Operator for the 1st shift. This role involves setting up and operating cutting and folding machinery, ensuring quality control, and performing minor maintenance. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in a finishing operator role and possess strong mechanical and problem-solving skills. With a supportive work environment and opportunities for overtime, this position offers a chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in production. Join a company that values its employees and offers a range of benefits including health insurance and a 401(K) plan.

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Company Paid Life Insurance

3% 401(K) Contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

TelaDoc Services

Temperature-Controlled Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in setting up and operating bindery equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate cutting/folding machinery.
• Monitor and maintain quality by following company SOPs.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and production adjustments.

Skills

Finishing Operator Experience

Mechanical Aptitude

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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The Cutter/Folder Operator is responsible for setting up and operating finishing equipment that automatically folds, slits, and scores printed sheets into signatures for binding. Responsibilities include ensuring orders are accurately completed through loading and feeding paper, and the effectiveness and accuracy of cutting and staging completed work per instructions. The operator also adjusts the machine during production runs and performs minor maintenance as needed.

This is a 1st shift role from Monday through Friday, 7AM - 3PM, with opportunities for overtime.

What You'll Do On The Team

• Set up and operate cutting/folding machinery.
• Examine work orders to determine and perform setup specifications.
• Monitor and maintain quality by following company SOPs.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, finishing operators, material handlers, and co-workers.
• Provide oversight, direction, and training to general workers or temporary staff in the folding area.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and production adjustments.
• Clean and maintain the work area.
• Perform other bindery and related functions as needed.

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous finishing operator experience, including setting up and operating bindery equipment.
• Knowledge of cutting, mailing, and folding is highly desired.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong math skills and knowledge.

Physical Demands

The physical demands include frequent sitting, use of hands for handling objects, talking, listening, and occasional standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, squatting, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending, reaching. Occasionally lifting/moving up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

What We Offer

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• 3% 401(K) contribution
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• TelaDoc services
• Temperature-controlled environment

Arandell is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected categories.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Purchasing
• Industry: Retail