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Overview
Paper cutter operators run machines that cut paper to specified sizes and shapes. The work can include setting cut sizes, monitoring gauges, test runs, perforating sheet materials and recording production data for quality control.
In job descriptions, look for paper cutters, perforating machines, sheet records, paper types, blade replacement, automated machines, machine maintenance, protective gear, safe machine work and quality checks.
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Open in Job ExplorerWhat the work can involve
Paper cutter operators work at cutting or finishing machines where sheet size, blade condition and feed accuracy affect the final product. The role is practical, repetitive and quality-sensitive.
Skills and specializations
Useful strengths include setting cut sizes, monitoring gauges, replacing blades, handling paper stacks, running test cuts and recording production data. Some roles also include perforating or cutting foil-like sheet materials.
Salary context
Pay depends on machine type, production pace, shift work, quality responsibility and whether the operator only runs preset jobs or also adjusts, maintains and troubleshoots the cutter.
Career paths
Experience can lead toward senior machine operator, finishing-line lead, print or packaging production support, machine maintenance support or quality-control work in paper products.
Good to know
Check whether the advert names paper grades, cut tolerances, manual lifting, automated machines, blade changes, maintenance duties and production records. These details show the level of precision and physical work.
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This guide is editorial career context, not official labour-market statistics or role-specific pay data.
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Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
51-9032.00
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Alternative labels
paper cutting machine operator
paper cutting machine specialist
shearer specialist
shearer technician
paper cutting machine technician
paper cutting machinist
die cutting machine technician
shearer operator
paper cutter specialist
paper cutter operative
die cutting machine operator
die cutting machine specialist
paper cutter technician
paper cutter worker
Occupation group
Paper products machine operators (8143)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/27f92adf-1384-4c01-8ad0-1680ead6abf9 |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 8143.6 |
| ISCO group | 8143 |
| Concept type | Occupation |