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First Shift Guillotine Operator

Apply pin iconLocation Spartanburg, South Carolina Job Category Manufacturing Business Unit (brand) Quad Date posted 06/23/2025 Job ID 32123
As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Unleash Your Potential at Quad – Don't Miss Out!

Ready to supercharge your career and make a lasting impact? At Quad, we're excited to welcome ambitious individuals who are driven to excel.   Are you mechanically inclined or maintenance-savvy? Ready to take on a new challenge? Look no further! Were looking for motivated, detail-oriented individuals to join our vibrant team in Spartanburg, SC.  Your adventure to success begins now – grab this opportunity!

Our 82,000 sq. ft. facility in Spartanburg, SC is a state-of-the-art packaging plant that serves a diverse range of clients, including medical, pharmaceutical and well known liquor and tobacco brands.  We offer Sheetfed offset, and narrow-web flexo, along with die cutting and custom folding/gluing, all supported by advanced inline quality control systems. 

The facility is well-lit with both natural and artificial lighting, climate-controlled, and impeccably clean. We take great pride in fostering a friendly, team-oriented atmosphere where everyone collaborates to achieve our goals!

Headquartered in Wisconsin, Quad is a global marketing experience company, that helps brands connect with consumers through state-of-the-art technology and data-driven intelligence. With approximately 13,000 employees in 14 countries, we serve around 2,700 clients, including industry-leading blue-chip companies. Ranked among the largest agency companies in the U.S., Quad is also one of North America's largest commercial printers. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:   Operating a flat cutter to cut unprinted stock for the press room and cutting stock after it is printed, reviewing the project ticket, and setting up according to work instructions.  The operator will set up and run equipment in a manner that meets or exceeds quality and productivity standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical skills.   We are looking for an operator that can work these hours:

6 am - 2 pm (Monday-Friday)

Wages start between $18.00 - $23.00 / hour depending on relevant work experience and a strong employment history. 

Duties Include:

  • Set up, operate, and/or monitor the cutter.  
  • Make final pre-run inspection. Obtain final run approval from the supervisor or designated lead. 
  • Accurately record shop floor data entries in a timely and accurate manner. 
  • Monitor and record final part count on the project ticket.  
  • Complete load tag to identify job and attach to load. 
  • Deliver the completed project to the next operation.  
  • Maintain established checkpoints and procedures throughout the run.
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance as required. 
  •  Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. 
  •  Maintain acceptable productivity standards while minimizing raw material waste. 
  • Perform additional duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

  • Must possess the ability to produce quality work in a fast-paced environment.  Attention to detail and problem-solving skills are critical. Must be reliable and proactive. 
  • Must be able to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to make and read measurements. 
  • Ability to read, understand, and carry out written instructions.
  • Ability to understand verbal instructions.
  • Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
  • Basic computer skills are required. 
  • Ability to lift 10-15 pounds continuously, ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally, stand long hours (8-hour shift), use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement, receive and follow instructions, and use vision to identify defects. 
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime based on business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

  • (2) or more years of experience setting up and operating flat cutters. Guillotine Cutter- Heidelberg Polar Cutter preferred, but will train the right candidate

We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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