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Cutter Operator

SG360
Wheeling, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2026

Cutter Operator

Full Time
$2,500 Hiring Bonus
 

For over 65 years, SG360° has not just survived, but thrived, by responding to the changing needs of our diverse client base.  What started as a regional commercial printer is today a national, industry-leading provider of direct marketing solutions. 

 Benefits include paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance program, short-term and long-term disability, wellness program, identify theft protection and 401k including employer match.  

Competitive pay and weekly paycheck!  What are you waiting for?  Apply now and let’s discuss your career…. Come join our team!


Job Summary:  The cutter operator should have a thorough knowledge of the set up, operating requirements, procedures, capabilities and limitations of bindery machines to perform the full range of standard and specialized folding, collating, and cutting of printed materials to complete a combined finishing product.

 Knowledge of quality and machining requirements of various coated and uncoated types of paper stock

Skill in setting up and adjusting machines for finishing operations and to refine such adjustments for the weight, color, machinability and quality of paper stock being used.  Handles multiple issues, items and functions prioritizing to achieve them as scheduled.

 

 Essential Functions: 

  • Set up equipment for each job
  • Operate the equipment
  • Recognize when the output of the operation drifts from specification
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned

  

Competency Skills:

  • Good communicator with ability to read, write and speak English
  • Excellent attendance record/Reliability
  • Ability to work overtime including weekends
  • Infrequent reaching, bending and stooping.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
  • Frequent standing.
  • Ability to visually inspect all work for defects.
  • Business & Job Knowledge
  • Quality of work
  • Customer Focus
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making
  • Initiative and Resourcefulness

 

Skills & Knowledge:

  • Relevant equipment experience & training.
  • Technical and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of applicable bindery procedures.
  • Knowledge of general maintenance procedures.
  • Ability to develop new techniques for handling work.
  • Ability to anticipate problems and head them off.
  • Ability to communicate/understand written as well as oral instructions
  • Basic Math including fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
  • Demonstrate positive safety attitude.
  • Knowledge of quality methods and techniques.

 

Education

High School Diploma/GED is a requirement

 

Physical 

  • Occasional bending, reaching, twisting and stooping
  • Ability to stand 8 to 12 hours
  • May be exposed to hot/humid and/or duty work environment
  • May be exposed to controlled non-toxic chemical mists or vapors


 

 SG360° is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.  SG360° will provide reasonable accommodation to complete the online application consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact the location for which you are applying and ask to speak with the human resources representative.

 

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