Cutting Operator

Cutting Operator:The Cutting Operator is responsible for supplying cut and drilled pieces of fabrics to the production line in accordance with supplied patterns and product instructions and free of of Duties:Loads the required materials onto the cutting table using the proper lifting devices and assistance as requiredIdentifies fabric characteristic and if fabric is right side; this requires basic knowledge of different fabricsStages cut material pieces in supermarket and in appropriate product lineVerifies fabric usage before cutting and ensures fabric is right side-upVerifies marker positions and part numbers for the product against manufacturing/sales orderVisually inspections fabric to be cut for marker and fabric defects and follows prescribed process for determining whether material is defective or if it can be re-cutLays up fabric in accordance with markers ensuring correct number of layers and quantity to cutMaintains KanBan by cutting daily to meet the production schedule and committed on time delivery of ordersOperates basic cutting equipmentCompletes required documentation as outlined by quality and manufacturing procedures i.e. completes fabric tracking reports and records on fabric card the amount of fabric used and the fabric waste by cutting up obsolete panels for the Ballistics Recycle and Panel Destruction ProgramsQualifications:Minimum grade 10 and/or proven work experience13 months to 2 years of related work experience in either a cutting or sewing environment considered an assetGood communication skills both orally and writtenMust have flexibility to work various shiftsAttention to detail and a positive attitude are necessaryMust have basic math skills including fraction recognition using both metric and standard measurementsGood working computer skills; MS Office software MS Word ExcelMust possess good manual dexterity to be able to place patterns on top of layers of fabric and to cut fabric with precisionTeamwork skills in a modular work environmentAbility to operate various types of cutting equipment; manual cutters upright saws drills etc