§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

paper cutter operator

Paper cutter operators tend a machine that cuts paper to the desired size and shape.

Description

Paper cutter operators tend a machine that cuts paper to the desired size and shape. Paper cutters may also cut and perforate other materials that come in sheets, such as metal foil.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

quality standards types of paper sizes of paper

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

perform test run cut page edges keep sheet records operate paper cutter wear appropriate protective gear prevent paper jams lift stacks of paper work safely with machines troubleshoot adjust cut sizes set up the controller of a machine adjust paper cutter supply machine monitor automated machines

OPTIONALOptional competences

monitor gauge operate creasing machinery label stamps perform machine maintenance replace sawing blade on machine consult technical resources record production data for quality control perforate printed media report defective manufacturing materials carry out work-related measurements keep records of work progress prepare wood production reports sharpen edged tools operate board slotting machine operate collating machine operate perforating machine dispose of non-hazardous waste check quality of raw materials

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)