Pay Range: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour Shifts Available: 1:00 pm - 9:30 pm, Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday We are a busy local trade printing company, located in West Sacramento seeking a skilled Cutter Operator to join our production team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining our paper-cutting equipment to deliver accurate, high-quality print jobs on time and efficiently. This is a hands-on role where your attention to detail, mechanical aptitude and focus on productivity and quality will make a real difference. Key Responsibilities: - Review job tickets and specifications to determine sheet size, sequence, trim requirements, and cutter setup. - Set up the cutter machine (adjust guides, input cut positions, align sheets) and run production according to specs. - Load and unload stock on the cutter bed, jog/align sheets, initiate cuts, remove cut materials and stack for next operations. - Monitor output continuously: inspect for accurate cut size, proper alignment, square edges, and finished quality. - Perform routine maintenance: change blades, lubricate machine, clear jams, maintain safe and clean workspace. - Meet productivity and quality standards: keep up with production schedule, minimise downtime, maintain waste at acceptable levels. - Work collaboratively with press operators, bindery, pre-press, shipping/receiving teams to keep workflow smooth. - Adhere to all safety protocols, wear protective equipment, and maintain machine area housekeeping. Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent required. - Proven experience operating a paper/print cutter machine (sheetfed, guillotine or similar) required. - Strong mechanical aptitude, able to make adjustments and troubleshoot minor issues. - Excellent attention to detail: measuring, aligning, verifying cut quality. - Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs frequently, and manage material movement. - Good communication skills, ability to work in a team and follow instructions. - Ability to work under production pressure, meet deadlines, prioritise tasks, maintain accuracy. - Familiarity with print production terminology and workflow is a plus. Why You’ll Like This Role: If you enjoy working with your hands, take pride in high-quality output, like keeping things running smoothly, and want to be part of a team that values precision, efficiency and craftsmanship — this is a role for you. You’ll play a vital part in our production process and be recognized for your attention to detail and reliability. How to Apply: Please reply with your resume, a short summary of your experience, and contact information. Qualified applicants will be contacted via phone call/email for any questions.