Guillotine Lead

Fanatics Collectibles; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics Collectibles is seeking a Guillotine Lead to oversee precision cutting operations on guillotine machines, focusing on thicker or low-volume card runs requiring manual skill and accuracy.

You will lead operators in safe setup, ensure correct cut sizes and tolerances, monitor blade wear, and maintain production logs and quality inspections to support high-quality output.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years cutting or bindery experience.
• Knowledge of guillotine safety and precision cutting methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead operators in safe setup and blade alignment.
• Ensure correct cut sizes, angles, and tolerances.
• Monitor blade wear and schedule replacements.
• Maintain production logs and quality inspections.

Skills

Cutting/bindery experience

Guillotine safety

Tools

Guillotine equipment knowledge

Bindery tools

Job description

About Us

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

About the Company

Role Summary

The Guillotine Lead oversees precision cutting operations on guillotine machines, used primarily for thicker or lower-volume card runs requiring manual skill and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead operators in safe setup and blade alignment.
• Ensure correct cut sizes, angles, and tolerances.
• Monitor blade wear and schedule replacements.
• Maintain production logs and quality inspections.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 2–4 years cutting or bindery experience.
• Knowledge of guillotine safety and precision cutting methods.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Standing, lifting, and repetitive motion.
• Noise exposure and use of sharp tools.

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