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1st Shift Cutter Operator

National Safety Apparel
Fort Smith, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 2/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/8/2025
Cutting and Spreading Operator – Arkansas

Reports To: Cutting Supervisor

Direct Reports: None

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview: Measure and cut fabric at a sufficient pace to keep the cutter working continuously. Lay fabrics according to the marker info and established spreading guidelines. Process all spreads though the cutting machine and offload all cut parts in a timely manner.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Process markers following priorities set on your inbox.
  • Gather material from location or from material handler (in the case of material handler absence)
  • Measure and prepare the table for cutting
  • Lift rolls of material into cradle
  • Set up machine with lengths and number of layers
  • Follow all guidelines for equipment preventative maintenance
  • Follow all safety guidelines that have been set in place
  • Be able to identify good side vs bad side, material flaws, and different color shades of fabric
  • Partner with the cutting operator to set up spreads to the cutting machine
  • Be able to run the cutting equipment as outlined on the work instruction
  • Be able to scan markers into the computer and interpret the marker info
  • Offload cut parts from conveyor
  • Be able to perform PM as outlined in the software
  • Be able to multitask
  • Have a sense of urgency

Non-Essential Job Functions:

  • Maintain scrap bins
  • Rotate stock materials
  • Work as a team with your spreader and cut support to provide the required output and quality
  • Other duties as assigned

Training: Necessary training will be provided on the job.

Qualifications:

  • Education & Certifications: High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • Experience: 1 year in a manufacturing environment preferred

Key Competencies:

  • Dependability
  • Teamwork
  • Collaboration
  • Flexibility
  • Initiative
  • Organizational Skills
  • Communication
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Goal Oriented

Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand for duration of day, walk frequently, and turn as needed.

Working Conditions: Temperature-regulated plant environment and consistent background machine noise.

Benefits: We offer several employee benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, PTO, and Holiday Pay.

EEO Statement: National Safety Apparel provides equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, disability, ancestry, age, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected group status as defined by law.

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