Cutting Tech I

Summary 

Primarily responsible for completing non-standard or custom cutting jobs within established guidelines 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities 

• Cut fabrics using various large format cutting machines to measurements  

• Responsible for using provided calculators or patterns to create a cut size 

• Responsible for minor regular maintenance of the machines 

• Have a good working knowledge of the different types of fabric used in production, make sure that the correct calculator is used for each type 

• Troubleshoot issues and/or job questions as necessary and escalate to more experienced printer, Group Lead or Supervisor if appropriate. 

• Use a provided schedule to ensure items are cut in a timely manner, prioritize items that are shipping first 

• Understand the different finished products being created and report any errors in fabric type or quantity 

• Understand the different types of common issues with fabric: slubs, waves, waking, banding, slow fire, etc. Report these errors to a supervisor or lead. 

• May be asked to assist in other areas as required by the business. 

Education/Certification 

• High school diploma or GED required 

Experience 

• None required 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Ability to see read a production order 

• Knowledge of color and color correcting concepts 

• Communication: Capacity to listen effectively; respond clearly and directly, use vocabulary appropriate to the situation; prepare clear, concise reports and records; receive written or oral instructions; use appropriate style, grammar, and tone in informational and formal business communications. 

• Organizational Ability: Capability to plan, organize and monitor activities according to priorities; establish schedules, deadlines or quotas; coordinate resources toward fulfillment of desired objectives; organize work autonomously or as part of a team; control and/or adapt to interruptions, changes, disorder without losing efficiency or composure. 

• Decision-Making: Ability to recognize symptoms of problems; gather and analyze information; consider a broad range of issues or factors; grasp complexities and perceive relationships among problems and issues; select the best alternative; make timely, sound decisions even under conditions of risk and uncertainty; sought out by others for advice and solutions. 

• Attention to detail/accuracy: Checks and verifies work; pays attention to details; follows up with others to ensure accuracy.  

• Commitment to Quality: Able to emphasize the need to deliver quality services; can define standards for quality and evaluate processes and services against those standards.  

Physical Requirements 

• Lifting up to 50 lbs. 

• Sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling on a regular basis.