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Bindery Cutter Operator - Second Shift

ABS Graphics Inc
Itasca, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025

Summary

Under the direction of the Bindery Manager, the cutter operator sets up, adjusts and operates all cutting equipment to prepare product for folding, collating, stitching or other finishing operations.

Essential duties and responsibilities

Arrive at work station at or before start of shift
Setup and run all jobs that require cutting assignments
Review job tickets and plan work process to ensure customer specification compliance
Review job specifications/requirements for determination of page sequence, type of fold and page or sheet size
Set-up cutter and obtain pre-run approval from bindery manager or supervisor

Set-up and run requirements:

  • Measure from edge of sheet using scale to determine incremental cutting positions from guide
  • Remove sheets of printed or unprinted paper stock from the load and place them on the cutter
  • Jog and align sheets against the cutter guide in preparation for cutting
  • Activate computer to move sheets into first cut position and activate double hand switches to begin cutting operation
  • Examine cut material for any imperfections and adjust computer program as needed
  • Remove finished or pre-finished material from the cutter bed and stack on pallets for shipment to the customer or next finishing process
  • Prepare and insert load tags into load(s)

Ensure the completion of jobs meeting quality and quantity requirements
Perform all required maintenance to equipment according to departmental procedures and manufacturer's specification
e.g. knife changes and lubrication
Troubleshoot equipment problems, remedy or repair where applicable, and notify lead cutter or manager as needed
Complete special projects as assigned
Responsible for any helpers assigned
Notify manager or supervisor when supplies need replenishment
Complete, post and maintain all required administrative documentation correctly e.g. records, logs, time sheets etc.
Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations such as the use of required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) e.g. gloves, hearing protection etc.
Maintain departmental housekeeping standards
All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum 1-3 years as a bindery cutter operator preferably in the Graphic Arts Industry. Mailing experience is a plus!
Ability to operate departmental machines, to include flat cutter, die cutter, perfect binder, and a variety of small
hand tools and precision measuring devices. May be required to operate folder, or sheeter
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions, job jackets, press imposition and rule-up sheets
Must be mechanically inclined
Must have basic electronic and computer keyboard knowledge
Physical dexterity:
  • Ability to stand and walk 95% of the time (safety shoes required, company participates in cost)
  • Extensive lifting, bending, twisting and stretching
  • Frequently lift and handle average-weight material and up to 75lbs
  • Ability to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Manufacturing environment with noise exposure to varying levels. (Hearing protection provided)
Ability to direct fellow crew members in the overall operation involved in the job and effectively communicate with other employees of the organization

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