Cutting Operator

Job Description
Posted Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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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 defects.

Summary of Duties:

Loads the required materials onto the cutting table using the proper lifting devices and assistance as required

Identifies fabric characteristic and if fabric is right side; this requires basic knowledge of different fabrics

Stages cut material pieces in supermarket and in appropriate product line

Verifies fabric usage before cutting, and ensures fabric is right side-up

Verifies marker positions and part numbers for the product against manufacturing/sales order

Visually 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-cut

Lays up fabric in accordance with markers ensuring correct number of layers and quantity to cut

Maintains Kan Ban by cutting daily to meet the production schedule and committed on time delivery of orders

Operates basic cutting equipment

Completes 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 date.

Separates fabric waste by cutting up obsolete panels for the Ballistics Recycle and Panel Destruction Programs

Qualifications:

13 months to 2 years of related work experience in either a cutting or sewing environment considered an asset

Good communication skills both orally and written

Must have flexibility to work various shifts

Attention to detail and a positive attitude are necessary

Must have basic math skills including fraction recognition using both metric and standard measurements

Must possess good manual dexterity to be able to place patterns on top of layers of fabric and to cut fabric with precision

Teamwork skills in a modular work environment

Ability to operate various types of cutting equipment; manual cutters, upright saws, drills etc

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions . We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

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All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.

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