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Westrock

Packer Sealer

Plainfield, NJ · On-site

$16/hr

We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve ... Operates cutter in safe manner. * Maintains packing station with pallets and sealing tape.

De Circle

Data Scientist - Gauntlet

New York, NY · On-site

Gauntlet continually publishes cutting-edge research that informs our risk models, alerts, and ... papers addressing DeFi as a subject. We're a Series B company with around 75 employees, operating ...

Encore Community Services

Kitchen Porter

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$19.16/hr

Encore is on the cutting edge in the human service field and is a staunch advocate not only for ... Receive, inspect, date, label, rotate, and properly store food, paper, and chemical supplies in ...

Encore Community Services

Kitchen Porter

New York, NY · On-site

$34K/yr

Encore is on the cutting edge in the human service field and is a staunch advocate not only for ... Receive, inspect, date, label, rotate, and properly store food, paper, and chemical supplies in ...

Encore Community Services

Kitchen Porter

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$34K/yr

Encore is on the cutting edge in the human service field and is a staunch advocate not only for ... Receive, inspect, date, label, rotate, and properly store food, paper, and chemical supplies in ...

Acara Solutions

Mechanical Engineer

Florham Park, NJ

$63.07 - $78.28/hr

... operating in some of the world's most complex environments. Why You'll Love Working Here ... Work on cutting-edge technologies supporting national security, space, cyber, and maritime missions.

New York University

Post Doctoral Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$62K/yr

... cutting-edge research focused on human-swarm interaction, virtual reality, and robotics. We seek ... enable non-expert operators to control robotic swarms during disaster response. The DSL was ...

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How much do paper cutter operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for paper cutter operator in Newark, NJ is $18.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.12 and $20.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a paper cutter operator?

To thrive as a Paper Cutter Operator, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience with industrial cutting equipment, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with paper cutting machines such as guillotines or programmable cutters, and understanding safety protocols or relevant equipment certifications are valuable. Dependability, focus, and clear communication skills help ensure safe and efficient teamwork and consistent output. These capabilities are vital for maintaining product quality, minimizing waste, and ensuring a safe work environment.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a paper cutter operator?

As a Paper Cutter Operator, your day-to-day responsibilities include setting up and operating cutting machines, adjusting blades or settings for various job specifications, and inspecting finished products for accuracy and quality. You'll also be responsible for routine maintenance of the equipment and troubleshooting minor mechanical issues. Collaboration is often required with press operators and bindery staff to ensure jobs are completed on schedule. By maintaining an organized work area and following safety guidelines, you help sustain a smooth and efficient production process.

What is a paper cutter operator?

A Paper Cutter Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining cutting machines to trim paper and other materials to specified dimensions. They read job orders, adjust machine settings for accuracy, and ensure quality control by inspecting finished products. Operators must follow safety procedures and maintain equipment to prevent malfunctions. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a production environment.

Paper Cutter Operator jobs near you
Infographic showing various Paper Cutter Operator job openings in Newark, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,472 per year, or $19 per hour.

General Manufacturing Shop Clerk

BRIMAR INDUSTRIES INC

Garfield, NJ • On-site

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

This job post is collecting resumes for manufacturing shop clerks in our Garfield, NJ warehouse. It does not necessarily mean we currently have an opening. Once you apply your application will be saved in our database for future openings.

Positions on the manufacturing shop floor include assemblers, engravers, laminators, screen press operators, packaging and floaters.


SOME ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF EACH ROLE ARE:

ASSEMBLER

  • Review products for quality control and to ensure they meet expectations 
  • Disassemble, modify, and reassemble products 
  • Examine connections for correct fit of parts and subassemblies 
  • Maintain a safe and clean environment, comply with safety regulations
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions, alert supervisors if repairs are needed 
  • Maintain inventory, expedite supply orders when inventory levels are low
  • Minimize waste by conserving materials and resources 

ENGRAVER

  • Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed.
  • Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.
  • Engrave and print patterns, designs, etchings, trademarks, or lettering onto flat or curved surfaces of a wide variety of metal, glass, plastic, or paper items, using hand tools or hand-held power tools.
  • Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
  • Examine engraving for quality of cut, burrs, rough spots, and irregular or incomplete engraving.
  • Clean workpieces or finished products.
  • Insert cutting tools or bits into machines and secure them

LAMINATOR

  • Receive production orders and job assignments from supervisor
  • Verify the materials supplied for production are correct to produce job.
  • Set up press by hanging the proper roll of film, setting up feeder and delivery and setting the correct timing and tension required.
  • Pull proof sheets to confirm material position, adhesion and appearance and secure an approval prior to the production run.
  • Complete job maintaining optimum production rate while maintaining all quality standards according to customer specifications or company guidelines monitoring for defects

SCREEN PRESS OPERATOR

  • Inspect printed material to ensure the correctness in all areas of color, registration, stock, and all other customer specifications.
  • Adjust and maintain registration, color, perforations, and other customer specific printing specifications
  • Conduct a visual inspection prior to printing of all material stock and ink for defects or noncompliance with job specifications.
  • Carry out the final inspection to ensure the material, ink, plates or screens, cylinder/rollers, tension, and all other necessary customer specifications are correct prior to the start of the running the job.
  • Adjusts all press machine parts and equipment: feeders, grippers, guides, feed wheels, cameras, and other machines parts, using proper equipment.

PACKAGING

  • Scan product bar codes into computer system and sure the correct product items are as described per order.
  • Ensure quality control of orders and that they are packaged properly for outgoing shipping including the correct quantity, weight, and item numbers/custom.
  • Sort and count products before packaging.
  • Operate assembly machines such as product sealing and laminating machines.
  • Gather and obtain finished products throughout the warehouse from assemblers, engravers, laminators, screen press operators, and digital printing teams to then package for shipping.
  • Load products onto rolling cards and send them to the shipping team.


EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma/GED 
  • 1-2 years of experience or specialized training in general assembly  preferred
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English 
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time 
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds 
  • Ability to bend, reach, and stoop
  • Skilled in operating hand and power tools  preferred
  • Strong attention to detail, may work on assignments that are routine in nature
  • Respectfully take direction from supervisors, overall positive attitude 
  • Follow standard practices and procedures when directed
  • Reliable and prompt in attendance 
  • Productive in fast-paced environments 
  • Available to work overtime when needed, may be asked to work holidays or weekends

BENEFITS

  • Competitive pay wage.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance offered.
  • Company-paid basic life insurance.
  • 401(K) with matching contribution.
  • Pet Insurance.
  • Paid Time Off- vacation, personal, sick, and holidays.