What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cutter Operator position at Mercury Print Productions?
Mercury Print Productions is looking for an experienced Cutter Operator to join our team!
Unleash Your Potential with Mercury, where we're not just a printing company — we're a family. With a proud legacy spanning years in the industry, we're dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in educational printing. Our commitment to innovation drives us to continually invest in cutting-edge technology and machinery, giving our employees opportunity to be at the forefront of the field. We're seeking a Cutter Operator to join our dynamic team. If you're a hardworking, motivated individual with a passion for print and a knack for mechanics, we want to hear from you. Check out the details below and click apply if you are interested in joining the team!
Position Details
Mercury is an EEO employer and uses e-verify to confirm employment eligibility. All applicant notices are available on our career page at: https://mercuryprint.com/working-at-mercury/#AppNotice
Unleash Your Potential with Mercury, where we're not just a printing company — we're a family. With a proud legacy spanning years in the industry, we're dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in educational printing. Our commitment to innovation drives us to continually invest in cutting-edge technology and machinery, giving our employees opportunity to be at the forefront of the field. We're seeking a Cutter Operator to join our dynamic team. If you're a hardworking, motivated individual with a passion for print and a knack for mechanics, we want to hear from you. Check out the details below and click apply if you are interested in joining the team!
Position Details
- Job Title: Cutter Operator
- Department: Bindery
- Location: Rochester Tech Park, 2332 Innovation Way, Bldg 4, Rochester, NY 14624 **Must have reliable transportation**
- Schedule: Full-time, A Shift, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, Monday - Friday
- Pay: $23 - $29 per hour. Final compensation is based on experience.
- Job Summary: The Cutter Operator is responsible for cutting paper stock for binding/folding. The operator performs manual tasks and all phases of machine production to create high-quality printed materials efficiently and accurately for our clients.
- Reports To: Bindery Manager
- Duties/Expectations: While duties may vary from day to day, below is a list of general duties you can expect in this role.
- Performs all phases of cutting machine operation for smooth job execution (without supervision)
- Sets up the machine and makes any adjustments by accurately applying job ticket information (size, cut, etc.)
- Prepares product for cutting (loads onto cutter bed, jog & align sheets against the guide, apply measurements, etc.)
- Proficiently operates and monitors the machine, enters data and consistently meets production standards
- Routinely performs maintenance, repairs and cleaning (changing blades, lubrications, etc.); and maintains logs
- Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves production issues to minimize downtime/quality concerns
- Minimizes waste/rework/high-cost occurrences through quality control checks, and reports deficiencies
- Notifies manager of any equipment issues, supply needs, production issues or scheduling concerns
- Assists in bindery, packing, inspection, handwork, etc. (as needed)
- Properly loads/unloads/stacks product; and safely moves production/stock/supplies throughout the facility
- Completes general housekeeping, cleans up and keeps work area neat and orderly
- Continuously work to develop skills / knowledge and complete all training required by the company
- Be a team player, communicate clearly and respectfully and maintain a positive attitude
- Be dependable, reliable, and consistently perform high quality work meeting company production standards
- Create a safe and hazard free work environment; follow safety protocols and report any risks
- Perform other duties as needed / assigned
- Adhere to all company and department policies and procedures
- Position Qualifications:
- Work Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ machine operator experience with proven performance in all phases is required. Print industry, bindery and/or cutter experience is highly preferred.
- Knowledge/Skills: Strong machine operator and maintenance skills, attention to detail, problem-solving, basic computer skills and effective communication skills are required. High-level math skills (including fractions and decimals), ability to read a ruler, and the ability to apply measurements/calculations/written instructions to machine operation is required. A solid understanding of quality control procedures, bindery processes and cutting operations is highly preferred. Knowledge of OSHA, LSS, ISO, and a 5S mindset is preferred.
- Education: High school diploma or GED is required.
- Must be of legal working age and eligible to work in the U.S.
- Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
- Works indoors in a temperature-controlled manufacturing facility and will be exposed to loud sounds, hazardous chemicals, and equipment on the production floor. Must have the ability to bend, lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; stand/walk on hard surfaces for extended periods; complete repetitive tasks; operate computers and machines (dexterity, bend, stretch, reach, climb, crouch, etc.) with extensive lifting & bending; and communicate effectively. *Reasonable accommodations may be available upon request.
- What we are about: Mercury is a local family owned printing business that has been operating in Rochester since 1968. We have grown from a small basement operation with just a few employees to our current facility that operates 24/7 with 200 employees and while we offer a variety of printing formats, our primary focus is educational printing. In an age where companies tend to see employees as only numbers, we reject that trend and see our team as part of the family. We are a tech forward printing company using innovation and excellent customer service to provide a quality product to our clients. We pride ourselves on providing a workplace with state of the art equipment and technology, and our environment is highly focused on teamwork, efficiency, quality and safety.
- Want to learn more? Check out our website https://mercuryprint.com and social media.
- What we offer: We are constantly evaluating what our employees need from us and adjusting to meet these needs.
- Our compensation ranges are competitive for the industry based on experience/skills plus with our annual evaluations, employees have the opportunity to potential rate increases based on individual performance/attendance AND company performance.
- Our benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability insurances, time off starting at 80 hours that grows with your years of service, paid holidays, retirement savings with our 401(k) plan, and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Our longevity and growth opportunities have lead to employees celebrating decades of anniversaries. It isn't unusual for our people to work their way up from production floor to leadership.
- Our fun atmosphere shows our dedication and our desire for employees to enjoy coming to work each day. We coordinate employee appreciation events to allow for everyone to come together, plus recognition opportunities with appraisals, employee of the month and service awards!
Mercury is an EEO employer and uses e-verify to confirm employment eligibility. All applicant notices are available on our career page at: https://mercuryprint.com/working-at-mercury/#AppNotice
Salary : $23 - $29