Precision Cutter Technician – Quality, Setup & Maintenance

Mittera; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Life and AD&D Policies

Disability insurance

Job summary

Mittera in Melrose Park, IL is seeking a cutter operator to set up and run cutter machines, adjust programs, and ensure dimensions meet customer specs. You will monitor runs, perform routine maintenance, and document work orders.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years cutting experience, HS diploma, and strong math/communication skills; Zund experience is a plus. This is a full-time on-site role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years cutting experience preferred.
• Ability to read work instructions and memos.
• Strong communication skills at all levels.
• Basic math for measurements and calculations.
• Interpret varied instructions in writing, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust cutter machines per instructions.
• Set up automatic cutting programs manually.
• Operate cutter and ancillary equipment for cutting.
• Evaluate product quality during cutting.
• Review job tickets and plan work to meet specs.
• Maintain press sheet records with dates and counts.
• Monitor machine runs and adjust as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance (blade replacement, lubrication, waxing).
• Notify supervision of problems and submit work orders for parts/repairs.
• Prepare load flags for outgoing loads.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic math

Organizational skills

Deadline-driven

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Zund experience

Job description

Mittera in Melrose Park, IL is seeking a cutter operator to set up and run cutter machines, adjust programs, and ensure dimensions meet customer specs. You will monitor runs, perform routine maintenance, and document work orders.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years cutting experience, HS diploma, and strong math/communication skills; Zund experience is a plus. This is a full-time on-site role with competitive benefits.