Cutter Operator

One Allied Way Manchester, CT 06042

Cut It Right, Cut It Sharp-Join Our Team as a Cutter Operator!
Allied Printing Services Inc. is a family-ran, full-service commercial and financial printer that’s been leading the industry since 1949. With advanced sheetfed, web, mailing, data, fulfillment, large format, digital press capabilities — plus New England’s largest bindery/finishing operation — we’re proud of our history and excited about our future. Now, we’re looking for skilled Cutter Operator to join our growing bindery team.

Cutter Operator
As a Cutter Operator, you'll play a key role in turning raw paper stock into perfectly cut materials for our customers. From setting up and adjusting cutting machines to ensuring every trim meets exact specifications, your work ensures our finished products are precise professional and top-quality.

What You’ll Do:

• Review job bags for specifications, customer samples, and proofs.
• Program cutter machine settings based on instructions.
• Inspect materials and make adjustments for proper cutting.
• Trim finished products to exact customer requirements.
• Perform minor machine maintenance to keep equipment running smoothly.
• Stack and pack finished products on pallet.

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–4 years of hands-on cutter operation experience preferred.
• Strong manual dexterity and ability to handle materials consistently.
• Excellent visual skills and attention to color accuracy.
• Knowledge of paper handling, cutting processes, and the printing industry.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.

Physical Requirements:

• Walking 50% | Standing 50% | Lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying 25–50 lbs. and more. | Ability to stand for extended periods. | Safely move materials weighing 500–750 lbs.| Using manual pallet trucks|
• Ability to lift, move, and position materials throughout the workday and safely operate warehouse equipment for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and handling of materials.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:
You’ll join a supportive team that values innovation, teamwork, and growth. We’re proud of our history but even more excited about the future — and we’re looking for motivated people like you to help us get there. If you meet our minimum qualifications and are eager to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment, we invite you to become part of our team. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career with a company that combines decades of expertise with a commitment to innovation and exceptional service.

Great Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401(k), 401(k) match, Employee Assistance Program, Voluntary Benefits: Critical, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, 2nd (12%) & 3rd (15%) shift differentials, Paid Weekly, Growth Opportunities, Employee Referral Bonus, Work-Life Balance, Great Company Culture.

Allied Printing Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, military or veterans' status or any other legally protected status or basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Allied Printing Services prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on these protected categories. If you need an accommodation to apply, please let us know.