Cutters and Trimmers (Hand)

Top 3 Cutter and Trimmer Jobs

  • Welder - Hiring Now - RedBuilt LLC - Delaware,OH

    RedBuilt™ is a leading engineered wood products, structural components, and construction systems supplier to the commercial construction industry across North America. Our continued reputation for unparalleled customer service and...

  • Maintenance Mechanic - Hiring Now - Battelle - Columbus,OH

    Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a...

  • Die Cutting Operator - Graphic Packaging International - Groveport,OH

    Graphic Packaging International - - Responsibilities: Operate Bobst Die Cutters 145 and 162 to produce quality cartons; Perform press make ready and die-prep duties (set feeder, lock up die, set stripper, blanker, and delivery); Inspect...

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What Cutters and trimmers Do

Use hand tools or hand-held power tools to cut and trim a variety of manufactured items, such as carpet, fabric, stone, glass, or rubber.


Cutter and trimmer Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 8,100
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $30,230

Job Outlook for Cutters and trimmers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: -2,400
  • Growth rate: -30 percent (Decline)

How to Become a Cutter or trimmer

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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