Assistant Polar Cutter Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

The Cutter Operator is responsible for accurately cutting printed trading card sheets, memorabilia materials, and specialty components according to production specifications. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, precision cutting skills, and the ability to maintain strict quality standards while meeting production goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate cutting equipment, including guillotine cutters, die cutters, and precision cutting machines, in accordance with safety and production procedures.
• Cut printed trading card sheets to required dimensions while maintaining proper registration and alignment.
• Review work orders and production specifications to ensure accurate setup and execution.
• Perform quality inspections to verify cut accuracy, sizing, alignment, and overall product quality.
• Monitor equipment performance and make routine adjustments to maintain cutting precision.
• Identify and remove defective materials before they proceed to the next production stage.
• Maintain accurate production records, including quantities produced, waste, and downtime.
• Assist with machine setup, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting as needed.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies, quality standards, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Printing, Packaging, and Production teams to meet daily production goals.

Required Skills & Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In keeping with Mittera’s philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential, and in compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience operating cutting equipment in a manufacturing, printing, packaging, or production environment is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to accurately read measurements and follow production specifications.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

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, manua 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

• Full-time position with some flexibility required for urgent projects
• Climate-controlled production environment
• May involve exposure to machinery noise and heated equipment

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. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.