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box cutter recommendations? (self.starbucksbaristas)
submitted by carlokuryo
im always struggling to find something to open new boxes every shift, we only have one pair of scissors and the box cutter that's always been on the desk that I thought was for the staff to share was a partners that she just started keeping on her and taking home lol.
I have been meaning to pick up a box cutter or utility knife but can't seem to find one that I like, because I want something lightweight and easy to open/close :/
what do you guys use and where did you buy them from?
thank yall!!
I have been meaning to pick up a box cutter or utility knife but can't seem to find one that I like, because I want something lightweight and easy to open/close :/
what do you guys use and where did you buy them from?
thank yall!!
Jolly-Sir-910 26 points 1y ago
Honestly, use your name tag. They open boxes so easily and you'll always have it on you. You just might need to touch up your name every once in a while cause it'll rub off using it that way.
carlokuryo [OP] 5 points 1y ago
smartt ill probably just take some extra blank tags bc our dm is super strict with us always keeping our name tag on
ankerlinemerie 1 points 1y ago
Invest in an oil based paint marker! Sharpie brand has a line of them, I snagged mine from the dollar store near me. I have one with my name and one labeled "knife" I use to open boxes and plastic wrap on the pallets. The marker will not come off unless you use paint thinner, it's great
persona-2 22 points 1y ago
Could you just tell your manager to order some? They are supposed to be provided for us.
carlokuryo [OP] 10 points 1y ago
oh wow i didnt know that! ill let him know, thanks
Erbearlee 6 points 1y ago
I stole probably 50 from target while I worked there. It wasn’t intentional, but I would stick them in my pocket and just forget to take it back. $1
Those are for if I’m actually breaking down boxes. If you just need to cut the tape, or if opening a mocha or bean box I use my name tag. It works great and doesn’t cut through the packaging and ruin the product.
Those are for if I’m actually breaking down boxes. If you just need to cut the tape, or if opening a mocha or bean box I use my name tag. It works great and doesn’t cut through the packaging and ruin the product.
carlokuryo [OP] 1 points 1y ago
thank you sm!! i think this is the one i had in my cart actually haha
The-only-unused-name 3 points 1y ago
If you push inward on the box next to the ends of the tape pieces, it separates them enough to allow you to grab the tape-end and rip it off the box easily. I Haven’t needed a cutter or scissors in months. Might work for you
georgecarlinsneice 2 points 1y ago
Nothing too good or it will be snatched lol
perfectinsomniac-iz 2 points 1y ago
My manager got fed up with us not breaking down boxes, so she ordered every single partner their own box cutter lol. Def ask if they can order more.
used2ballerina 2 points 1y ago
ask your store to order some. they can place a store order with the RPO & the store will pay for it
kqs13 2 points 1y ago
I'll send you some lol I have like 20! Jk, you can have your manager order some for you all!
drinkliquidclocks 2 points 1y ago
What? I've never heard of a retail store that doesn't have box cutters. Any one will do, just replace the razor blade when it gets dull
rudebii 2 points 1y ago
I preferred to have my own because the store ones have a way of ending up all over the store and never handy.
I would suggest something like a Gerber EAB. It’s compact, foldable, and takes the utility blades your store manager should be ordering.
Edit: the store utility knives are always dull/chipped in my experience, because no one changes them out, also another reason I carried my own.
I would suggest something like a Gerber EAB. It’s compact, foldable, and takes the utility blades your store manager should be ordering.
Edit: the store utility knives are always dull/chipped in my experience, because no one changes them out, also another reason I carried my own.
carlokuryo [OP] 3 points 1y ago
thank you for your suggestion! this is honestly what i was getting at, i wanted a more personal box cutter/ multipurpose tool, especially a little stronger than a name tag or disposable tool :] ty again!
rudebii 2 points 1y ago
NP. Come check out r/edc if you want to see some options. Other models have things like driver head or bottle opener built-in too. You want a utility knife, the kind that takes those kinds of blades, let the siren pay for those.
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