Polar Cutter Operator

Cutter Operators use various paper joggers to properly align and cut paper so it can be fed into other machines for cutting, binding and/or hole punching. The Operator is responsible to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Polar Cutter to produce a high-quality product to the prescribed quantity. Other responsibilities include troubleshooting basic machine performance, making adjustments and calling for additional resources as required.

Friesens Corporation offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package and Employee Ownership Trust distribution.

Job Requirements :

• High School Diploma/GED/Mature Student Diploma
• Machine operation experience, basic machine troubleshooting and maintenance experience
• Ability to detect, isolate, and identify irregularities and malfunctions in machinery, equipment, product
• Able to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment while demonstrating self-management capabilities
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts
• Must be willing to work at all Friesens facilities as needed

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Work and communicate effectively with the managers and co-workers
• Communicate with the Production Manager about the order of jobs to be cut
• Manage stock and skids for an efficient production flow
• Identify and understand the cutting instructions before starting on a job
• Locate the material ensuring correct quantity and type
• Trim material as required by Cutting Sheet or other instructions
• Identify stock and input necessary information into the inventory management system
• Deliver and/or store paper as required
• Manage and perform cutter maintenance as described in the Cutter Maintenance Binder and the Operator’s Manual
• Practice Friesens safety procedures for equipment and plant situations

The position will remain open until filled. Incomplete resumes will be disqualified.

Experience : Preferred

• Machine operation experience, basic troubleshooting and maintenance experience
• Previous print industry experience

Education : Preferred

• High School Diploma or better

Skills : Preferred

• Experience operating and using small tools
• Digital literacy-Microsoft office, typing
• Prioritizing and time management skills
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Deal with people diplomatically
• Continuous learning/improvement mindset
• Use of documents to accomplish job tasks
• Effective English use and comprehension
• Essential math skills