Job Description

Job Title: Print Cutting Operator (Polar Cutter / Trimmer)
1st or 2nd shift - Battle Creek, MI

Position Overview

The Print Cutting Operator is responsible for setting up and operating Polar guillotine cutters to accurately trim printed materials to final size. This role plays a critical part in the finishing process by ensuring precision, efficiency, and minimal waste in a high-volume commercial print manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Polar 115 ED and Polar 137 ED cutters, including programming, backgauge settings, clamp pressure, and knife changes as required

• Read and interpret job tickets and cut layouts to verify grain direction, counts, and tolerance requirements

• Produce accurate, square cuts with clean edges while maintaining high productivity and low waste

• Manage make-ready efficiently to meet production schedules

• Perform in-process quality checks, document results, and escalate issues promptly when specifications are not met

• Complete routine preventative maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication checks, blade handling coordination, and basic troubleshooting

• Maintain a safe work environment, with strict adherence to safety procedures when working around knives, clamp systems, and material handling equipment

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience operating Polar cutters or equivalent industrial guillotine cutting equipment

• Strong math and measurement skills with the ability to work within tight tolerances

• Solid understanding of paper characteristics, including grain direction, static, curl, and overall finishing flow

• Demonstrated safety awareness and the ability to work independently while managing production priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume commercial print or print-finishing environment

• Ability to assist with related finishing operations such as jogging, lifting, packing, or material staging
  
  
  
  
  
  
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