POSITION SUMMARY

Set up, operate and maintain a machine to cut paper stock preparatory to binding or folding.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review specifications to determine page sequence, type of fold and page or sheet size.
• Measure from edge of sheet using scale to determine incremental cutting positions from guide.
• Enter cutting positions in proper order into computer memory.
• Remove sheets of printed or unprinted paper stack from the load and place them on the cutter bed. Jog and align sheets against the cutter guide in preparation for cutting.
• Activate computer to move sheets into first cut position. Activate double hand switches to begin cutting operation.
• Examine cut material for any imperfections and adjust computer program as needed.
• Remove finished or pre-finished material from the cutter bed and stack on pallets for shipment to the customer or next operation.
• Record job information on load tags and time sheets.
• Change knives and lubricate as needed as recommended by manufacturers specifications.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, WORKING CONDITIONS

• Perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions, Job Jackets, press imposition and rule-up sheets.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Must have basic electronic and computer keyboard knowledge.

·         Stand and walk 95% of the time.(must wear safety shoes).

• Extensive lifting and bending actions.
• Physically capable of lifting to 30kg.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to the Shift Manager.
• Supervises Bindery Helpers working on the cutter.
• Internal contacts include other Operators, Bindery Helpers.
• No external contacts.