Precision Paper Cutter Operator – Print Production

Veritiv; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Veritiv is hiring a Cutter Operator in Illinois to set up, program, operate, and maintain Cutter equipment ensuring customer specifications are met. You will handle paper stock, perform quality checks, and document production details in a fast-paced printing manufacturing environment.

The role requires 1–3 years of related experience and a High School Diploma or GED, with mechanical, electrical, and computer knowledge, plus the ability to work independently or in a team to meet schedules and

Qualifications

• Able to perform basic mathematical calculations and read/understand job jackets, press impositions and rule-up sheets.
• Mechanically inclined with electronic and computer knowledge.
• Ability to work independently or with a crew to coordinate schedules while meeting customer promises.

Responsibilities

• Review job tickets, layouts, impositions, and specifications to determine cutting requirements and production sequence.
• Set up, program, and operate Cutter machine using computerized controls and cutting specifications to meet customer specs and deadlines.
• Load paper stock onto cutter beds and material handling equipment; transport finished materials to next operation or shipping area.
• Jog and align paper stacks to ensure accurate cutting and squareness.
• Inspect finished materials for dimension accuracy, quality, defects, and consistency.
• Complete production records, load tags, time sheets, and quality documentation.
• Perform routine maintenance including blade changes, lubrication, cleaning, and troubleshooting, and notify maintenance if repairs are needed.
• Follow safety, lockout/tagout, and housekeeping procedures.

Skills

Math calculations

Read instructions

Mechanical aptitude

Electronic/Computer knowledge

Team coordination

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Cutter machine

Computerized controls

Job description

Veritiv is hiring a Cutter Operator in Illinois to set up, program, operate, and maintain Cutter equipment ensuring customer specifications are met. You will handle paper stock, perform quality checks, and document production details in a fast-paced printing manufacturing environment.

The role requires 1–3 years of related experience and a High School Diploma or GED, with mechanical, electrical, and computer knowledge, plus the ability to work independently or in a team to meet schedules and