Slitter Operator (2nd Shift)

About the role

The Slitter Operator position at TekniPlex is responsible for converting in-process or finished master rolls according to production orders and customer specifications. This role operates within the Slitting Operation, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, GMPs, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process material in and out of the Slitting Operation.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices.
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Load a machine payoff using an overhead hoist and thread the material through the machine initially by hand and then jogging it through the cutting press.
• Input data into the shop floor PC, check and validate labels are correct from computer onto the corresponding rolls.
• Selects, cleans, installs spacers and knives on shafts.
• Threads sheeting through slitter and verifies dimension of slit specifications.
• Sets slit strips on cores, adjusts guides and roller tension, threads edge trim to scrap winder and starts machine.
• Observes slitting and rewinding operation and examines cut strips for flatness, wrinkles, and other defects.
• Communicates scrap, mechanical, or quality issues promptly.
• Arranges stacking rolls according to packaging specifications.
• Meets standards relating to productivity, quality, and scrap daily.
• Fills out and submits required paperwork daily.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Safety conscious.
• Comfortable standing for entire shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous forklift experience is preferred.
• 2 years of experience in manufacturing facility is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills for this hands-on role.
• Must be able to read/write/speak English.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, push, pull and carry; and hear. The employee frequently is required to talk and reach with hands and arms. The employee will be frequently working with sharp tools, such as knives and ledgers. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 12 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to humid conditions and hot temperatures. The employee is regularly required to work with others, but may occasionally work alone.