Machine Operator

Slitter Operator - 3rd Shift

$18/hr

Job Summary:

The primary responsibility of this position is to set up and operate slitting machines; to cut film to specified widths, lengths and diameters in a way that meets or exceeds standards for safety, quality and productivity.

Job Duties:

Maintains a clean and orderly work area/warehouse
Maintains a safe working environment by following all company safety policies and procedures and reports unsafe conditions and incidents, while maintaining quality standards
Maintains company's quality standards and follows computer procedures to handle damaged material and quarantine material
Installs and aligns shear or razor blades for slitting feedstock materials
Starts machine, adjusts blade and controls, using wrenches, rulers, gauges, templates or other tools, and monitors operation
Tests and adjusts settings as required for producing according to specification
Selects, cleans, and installs spacers, lay-on bars, sleeves, and blades to set machine up to run in conformance to specifications
Reads production schedule, customer specification, and other documents to determine set up or adjustment of equipment
Threads feedstock from reel through slitter and secures on rewinder
Observes machine operation and examines rolls for flatness, holes, surface and other defects
Measures dimensions of rolls using tape measure, gauge, template, ruler and square, for conformance to specification
Must be willing to work in other departments and/or areas and complete miscellaneous duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), one to three years of experience preferred
Ability to work at a fast pace
Ability to multi task and read production tickets
Ability to perform math calculations including fractions
Must be able to read tape measure, including micrometers
Must be computer literate
Must be dedicated to continuous improvement
Must be able to lift 50 pounds, bend, stretch, or stand for extended periods of time