Cutter Operator Trainee

Sterling North America, Inc. has steadily grown to become one of the leading print resources for the financial industry and broader business community. We are driven by a mission to provide the best product, fast and cost-effectively. Combining advanced digital technologies with traditional offset printing, Sterling is able to meet a wide range of printing needs. At Sterling our employees are our most valuable resource and due to our continued and rapid growth we have a full-time opportunity for an Cutter Operator Trainee . If are seeking a fun, fast-paced environment where employees are hands-on and take pride in what they do – than this role might be for you! This position is based out of our stunning office in Suffolk County, LI.In addition to going above and beyond in making everyone feel welcome, our ideal candidate will be responsive, reliable, organized, have a “can-do” attitude, she/he/they will take the initiative without being asked. We are looking for another STAR who will fit in with the rest of the team.How Youll Help Us Be Successful:Assist Cutting Operators in making mechanical adjustments and setting-up equipment according to job ticket specificationsAssist in reviewing specifications to determine page sequence, type of fold and page or sheet size.Assist in measuring from edge of sheet using scale to determine incremental cutting positions from guide.Assist in entering 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.Assist in activating computer to move sheets into first cut position.Activate double hand switches to begin cutting operation.Help examine cut material for any imperfections and adjust computer program as needed.Aid in removing 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.Assist in changing knives and lubricating as needed as per the manufacturer’s specifications.What Youll Need To Be Successful:High School diploma or equivalent work experienceMust be mechanically inclined with good math skillsGood verbal and written communication skills; ability to read and understand instructionsHigh attention to detail and judgment based on written procedures and guidelinesWillingness to assist others, enhance job skillsMust have basic electronic and computer keyboard knowledgeWillingness to learn, and cross train for multiple job functionsKnowledge of computer-controlled machinery in a production environmentEnergetic, dependable and a reliable team playerAbility to follow directions, safety standards and be on-call for emergency situationsWilling to work overtime and weekends as required, occasionally on short noticeAbility to tolerate being exposed to loud noises and moving machineryMust be fluent in English, understanding of Spanish a plusWe Offer:Weekly payCompetitive salariesA full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, 401k retirement savings – employer matched, paid time-offDisability accommodationsInclusive of minority and disadvantaged groupsLGBTQ friendly workplaceWe are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Minimum Salary: 17.00
Maximum Salary: 18.00
Salary Unit: Yearly