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Cutter Operator

Mittera
Urbandale, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025
Description

Mittera is currently seeking Cutter Operators to join our Finishing team! Cutter Operators perform set-up, adjustment and safe operation of cutting equipment. They also prepare product to be packed, collated or bound, ensuring that all items produced meet customer specifications.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Set-up and adjust cutter machine in accordance with instructions and job requirements
  • Set-up automatic cutting programs manually into cutter machine
  • Operate cutter machine and ancillary equipment to cut material into desired dimensions
  • Evaluate and make decisions concerning quality of product while cutting
  • Review job tickets and plan work processes to meet customer specifications
  • Keep accurate press sheet information with dates and counts
  • Monitor assigned machine during runs to ensure adherence to specifications and make adjustments as needed
  • Perform routine maintenance, such as blade replacement, lubrication, and waxing
  • Notify supervision of mechanical/electrical problems and complete “Work Orders” for parts/repairs that require maintenance assistance
  • Prepare load flags on each outgoing load showing the next operation or destination
  • All other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities

  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
  • 1 - 3 years of previous cutting experience preferred
  • Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
  • Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization
  • Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Ability to prevent errors and solve problems on all prepress machines
  • Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
  • Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision

Physical Requirements

  • Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending
  • Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity, and coordination
  • Requires near visual acuity
  • Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
  • Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
  • Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

Work Environmental Factors

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous materials. A production employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.

Benefits

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life and AD&D Policies
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Visit us today at https://mittera.com/ or stop by and fill out an application at a Mittera location near you.

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