Job Title: Guillotine Cutter Operator
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Company: Newman & Company
Newman & Company, located in Philadelphia, PA, is part of a family of four privately held, vertically integrated companies with over 100 years of industry experience. Together, our organizations specialize in paperboard manufacturing, recycling, transportation logistics, and paper brokerage. As a mill committed to sustainability, we produce high-quality, 100% recycled paperboard for a wide range of industries.
We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Guillotine Cutter Operator to join our production team. This position plays a key role in cutting chipboard sheets to precise specifications using industrial guillotine cutting equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing or printing environment and a strong commitment to safety and quality.
- Interpret production orders and specifications to determine required cut dimensions and production setup.
- Set up, operate, and monitor guillotine cutting equipment tailored for chipboard processing.
- Conduct quality checks on raw and finished products, ensuring dimensional accuracy and consistency.
- Adjust machine settings to optimize cut quality, productivity, and material yield.
- Measure and inspect finished sheets using precision tools such as rulers, calipers, and micrometers.
- Identify and segregate defective or damaged materials for reprocessing or recycling.
- Safely stack, label, and transport completed product to designated staging or packaging areas.
- Monitor raw material levels and communicate shortages to supervisors.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance, including blade changes, lubrication, and basic troubleshooting.
Safety & Compliance:
- Consistently follow all company safety policies, including lockout/tagout procedures, and machine guarding.
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including steel-toe boots, safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.
- Keep the work area clean, clear of hazards, and organized in compliance with OSHA and company housekeeping standards.
- Immediately report safety concerns, equipment malfunctions, or incidents to supervision.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- At least 2 years of experience operating guillotine cutters in a commercial printing, packaging, or manufacturing setting.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with precision measuring tools.
- Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs. and standing for extended periods.
- Dependable and team-oriented, with attention to detail and quality.
Schedule:
- Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Weekends-As needed
Job Type: Full-time
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Newman & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are proud to be an inclusive workplace and value the contributions of a diverse team.