Polar Knife Operator

job summary.

Kenmore Envelope Company is a high-end commercial printer that specializes in custom envelopes for the Direct Mail industry. Our clients include multiple Fortune 500 companies and agencies throughout the United States. The company has had aggressive growth over the past 10 years and has been in business since the late 1960s.

We are seeking a full-time experienced Polar knife operator for a 12 hour night shift. We are seeking someone who has the skills and know-how to be successful in this role, AND has a great work ethic, attitude, and wants to be a vital part of our team.

responsibilities and duties.

To produce envelope squares that meet company quality standards while maximizing production and minimizing downtime.
 

These responsibilities include:

  • Check and maintain the quality of the envelope squares throughout each job by following company quality control procedures
  • Set up, adjust and operate Polar knife for each job with minimal downtime
  • Requires good mathematical skills to understand dimensional requirements contained in job orders.
  • Keep machines cutting at optimum rate to meet or exceed production targets while maintaining quality standards
  • Identify machine malfunctions, troubleshoot, and correct in a timely manner
  • Notify supervisor promptly when machines need maintenance/repairs above what can be completed by the operator
  • Keep Polar knife and area around machine neat & clean
  • Perform routine maintenance on machine as directed by supervisor. Arrange for sharpening of guillotine knives used in cutting operation.
  • Fill out production paperwork and pull samples as directed
  • Communicate with outgoing shift and incoming shift regarding equipment status, job status, and any other relevant information
  • Duties include standing for most of the shift, repetitive hand & wrist motions, reaching with hands and arms, regular lifting of up to 50 pounds, and possibly working overtime
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management from time to time
  • Execute the responsibilities of this position following company safety policies and company procedures
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We are seeking someone who has the skills and know-how to be successful in this role, AND has a great work ethic, attitude, and wants to be a vital part of our team.

qualifications and skills.

Minimum 2 years Polar Knife Cutting experience

Ability to use a ruler, add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

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 our ideal candidate is.

  • Dependable 
  • High-stress tolerance — thrives in a high-pressure environment
  • Autonomous/Independent — enjoys working with little direction

benefits.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits that include:
 
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • 401(k) with match
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay:  $14.00 – $18.00 / hour

Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications

Work Location: One location

Additional Compensation: Bonus Opportunities
 

schedule.

  • 12 hour shift
  • Evening/Night shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekends
 
this job is.

 

  • A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
  • A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
  • Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

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