Slitter II (C shift - 12-Hr Nights)

Summary of Position

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; troubleshooting and problem-solving; and participates in activities designed to improve quality or lower manufacturing costs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates slitter according to established procedures
• Maintain safety, housekeeping, and preventive maintenance programs
• Ensure finishing equipment is working correctly, troubleshoot, perform safety inspects and complete required documentation, perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment, and initiate work orders for repairs
• Instruct trainees in all phases of slitter operation and record keeping
• Read simple measurements, gauges, and meters
• Record output results on required documents and/or into computer
• Perform yardage checks, record results, and set slitter yardage counter
• Read tags to ensure that proper materials are retrieved/used
• Issue hold tags; send samples to lab
• Ensure correct materials and supplies are retrieved for optimum quality
• Maintain manual and/or electronic production records
• Perform equipment change-over and splices
• Perform data-entry on SAP
• Participate in S4 continuous improvement team meetings and projects
• Apply S4 concepts to work cells
• Communicate any equipment problems and maintenance issues from shift
• Apply all safety rules when entering the manufacturing facility

Qualifications

• Ability to be follow detailed instructions accurately, work independently, and a team player
• Excellent manual dexterity and organizational skills
• Knowledge of production schedules, basic math skills, computer skills, and data entry
• Ability to make length measurements, read gauges and meters

Physical Demands

• Ability to position and lift 50 - 100 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, lift, bend, & stoop when required and stand for extended periods

Work Environment

• High noise levels in certain parts of the plant
• High humidity and hot temperatures
• Required PPE in the manufacturing area (shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection)

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
• Paid time off and company paid holidays