Cutting Operator (Weekend)

Williams-Sonoma•Booneville, MS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cutting Operator works in the cutting department at Sutter Street Manufacturing in Booneville, Mississippi. The associate pulls and spreads fabric and operates cutting machines according to product specifications and established operating procedures. The role also involves partnering with coworkers to bundle and tag cut pieces for further processing and helping the department meet its safety, service, quality, cost, and production goals. The position is for the weekend shift. The associate follows company safety and personal protective equipment standards, documented procedures, and inventory tracking requirements. They complete assigned work safely, correctly, and promptly, communicate professionally with departmental leadership, and collaborate with coworkers to maintain production flow and quality.

Requirements

At least 1 year of cutting experience in an upper-end upholstered furniture manufacturing environment.
Good math, reading, and communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to read, write, and understand English.
Ability to read and understand production tickets and interpret simple instructions in standard operating procedures.
Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to meet delivery requirements.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with associates and managers as part of a team.
Strong sense of urgency and time management to meet established deadlines.
Ability to stand for 12-hour periods and bend and twist at the waist and knees as needed to load and roll furniture.
Frequently lift and pull items weighing 20–25 pounds and occasionally lift items weighing up to 60 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous leadership experience.
Basic computer skills.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Pull and spread fabric and operate machines to cut fabric according to specifications and established procedures.
Bundle and tag cut pieces with coworkers for further processing.
Follow safe work practices and company personal protective equipment standards throughout the facility.
Perform assigned tasks using documented Standard Operating Procedures to support production goals.
Collaborate with associates and departmental leadership to maximize productivity while maintaining quality and complying with safety policies.
Communicate professionally with departmental leadership about issues and obstacles.
Maintain a sufficient production buffer for the sewing department to operate without production gaps.
Place tags and tickets correctly on items and follow inventory-system requirements for tracking materials.
Adhere to company policies and perform other assigned duties with a positive, professional, and accountable approach.