Slitter II (B Shift - Day)

About the role

The Slitter Operator sets up and operates a manual slitter and/or automatic slitter and associated packing lines. This position follows safety rules and work instructions while fulfilling shop floor work orders to achieve consistent quality of slit products; maintains production records on simple forms; troubleshoots and solves problems; and participates in activities designed to improve quality or lower manufacturing costs.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates slitter according to established procedures
• Maintains safety, housekeeping, and preventive maintenance programs
• Ensures finishing equipment is working correctly, troubleshoots, performs safety inspections, completes required documentation, performs preventative maintenance on assigned equipment, and initiates work orders for repairs
• Instructs trainees in all phases of slitter operation and record keeping
• Reads simple measurements, gauges, and meters
• Records output results on required documents and/or into computer
• Performs yardage checks, records results, and sets slitter yardage counter
• Reads tags to ensure that proper materials are retrieved/used
• Issues hold tags; sends samples to lab
• Ensures correct materials and supplies are retrieved for optimum quality
• Maintains manual and/or electronic production records
• Performs equipment change-over and splices
• Performs data-entry on SAP
• Participates in S4 continuous improvement team meetings and projects
• Applies S4 concepts to work cells
• Communicates any equipment problems and maintenance issues from shift
• Applies all safety rules when entering the manufacturing facility

About us

At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and marketer of adhesive tape, we pride ourselves on creating innovative solutions for a variety of industries. We have facilities all around the world, including in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Mexico, China, and more. In addition to our specialty adhesive products, we offer well-known brands like Duck®, FrogTape®, Painter’s Mate®, Shurtape®, T-Rex®, Kip®, and Pro Tapes®.

We encourage curiosity and creativity, working together to solve challenges and innovate. Our commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility means we make a positive impact on our communities and the world. In addition to being obsessed with our customers, Shurtape is committed to being socially and environmentally responsible. We recognize that our actions today affect our world tomorrow, and we are committed to responsible manufacturing processes that protect the communities in which we operate.

We are looking for passionate, innovative individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment to join the Shurtape team. If you’re looking to be part of a forward-thinking, fast-paced, and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits

• A company that truly values your contributions
• A place where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something meaningful
• A focus on excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring we deliver top-quality, reliable solutions to our customers
• An environment where employees are encouraged to bring their best ideas forward and adopt a growth mindset