Slit Film Operator

About the role

A Slit Film Operator maintains and operates a film extrusion line to cut continuous lengths of extruded film. The individual strands are threaded through tension bars and feed rollers onto a winder for packaging. Once the packages are full, the Slit Film Operator removes them from the winders or conveyor belt and loads them onto doffing racks.

Responsibilities

• Set up the winder with empty cores, operate the machine, monitor product for quality, and maintain all equipment in top condition.
• Perform pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment start-up, operation, and reduced downtime.
• Load empty tubes onto winders or into tube magazines.
• Thread film material over tension bars, between feed rollers, and through slitter blades.
• Thread slitted material (ends) onto the winder for packaging.
• Doff finished packages according to specifications to ensure the product meets all standards.
• Inspect and eliminate waste.
• Prepare required production paperwork.
• Work in a team environment.
• Maintain and keep the work area clean and organized.
• Report all defects and damages to the supervisor.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Report all accidents immediately.

Requirements

• Manufacturing and/or machine operation experience preferred.
• Lifting, reaching, standing, stooping, and bending required throughout the shift.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to distinguish colors and shades.
• Must be able to use scissors and a utility knife.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to perform basic math calculations (addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication).
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Computer knowledge or data entry skills are required.
• Overtime is required on occasion.
• Must be capable of functioning without direct supervision.