Machine Operator

Company Overview

We are a manufacturing organization focused on producing high-quality finished products while maintaining strong safety quality and efficiency standards. Our operation emphasizes teamwork accountability and continuous improvement to meet customer demands and production goals.

Job Summary

The Slitter Operator is responsible for slitting and rewinding finished product performing inspections and collecting production data prior to release to Finished Goods. This role ensures that all work meets company and customer specifications while maintaining efficiency safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Perform all daily activities in a safe and proper manner

Work overtime as required to meet workload staffing or customer demands

Maintain a clean organized and safe work area

Assist with organizing and maintaining supply inventories related to the finishing department

Set up slitting and rewinding equipment based on job specifications or verify previous shift setup

Monitor and maintain knives spacers and related tooling notifying supervision of repair or replacement needs

Perform quality checks before and during production and isolate non-conforming product as required

Provide customer samples as needed

Coordinate with assistants to ensure timely staging of work and efficient handling of finished rolls

Accurately complete paperwork and enter required data into the management information system

Work with scheduling personnel to track verify and report completed job quantities

Ensure finished products are labeled according to customer and company specifications

Coordinate with scheduling to meet delivery requirements while maintaining production efficiency

Communicate regularly with supervisors and scheduling personnel regarding quality safety cost or delivery concerns

Safely operate and understand material handling equipment

Verify organize and monitor daily finished goods and inventory levels

Assist with the development of written procedures

Participate in preventive maintenance activities on a daily weekly monthly and annual basis

Perform additional duties as assigned by supervision or management

Performance Expectations

Produce accurate high-quality work within established schedules and cost guidelines

Demonstrate a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Effectively manage priorities rush orders and problem situations

Work independently with minimal supervision

Communicate effectively with team members supervisors and other departments

Complete reports and documentation accurately and on time

Maintain punctuality and consistent attendance

Follow all company policies safety rules and operating procedures

Contribute to efficiency improvements and waste reduction initiatives

Qualifications

Willingness to perform all job duties as required

Strong organizational and communication skills

Ability to work effectively and tactfully with others

Commitment to quality and continuous improvement

Ability to solve practical problems in a production environment

Ability to read and interpret written instructions diagrams schedules and technical procedures

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis

Ability to stand move and use hands for extended periods

Ability to read write and understand basic numbers and measurements

Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations

Ability to communicate information and respond to questions from multiple departments and customers

Work Environment

Manufacturing setting

Physical activity required including standing lifting and material handling

$35000 - $41000 a year

Key Skills

Forklift,Calipers,Basic Math,Math,Mechanical Knowledge,Stamping Press,Plastics Blow Molding,Micrometer,Plastics Extrusion,Plastics Injection Molding,Sewing,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1