Slitter Operator

Job Title

Slitter Operator

Job Description

Shift: Night Schedule: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM; 2/2/3 rotating schedule Pay Rate: $20.00 Shift Premium: $1.00

Position Overview The Slitter Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the Deacro Slitter to safely deliver the highest quality products at the best efficiency and lowest scrap possible through the use of effective manufacturing methods. Slitter operator personnel report to the Lamination Continuous Improvement Engineer.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Responsible for scrap, efficiency, and product quality as set out in daily management, and conserve raw materials and supplies
• Set up and operate the slitter and supporting equipment according to SOC and as scheduled by management promptly
• Responsible for doing scheduled PM machine maintenance and troubleshooting, in case of failure, and make repairs as directed, advise management of major problems, and seek aid from the maintenance personnel as required for major maintenance
• Used the procedures outlined in the Deacro & LB manuals, perform nip roller, idler roller, and other changes as needed
• Cross-train as backup laminator operator and assist in changeovers to assure completion promptly with quality product
• Perform all normal running adjustments to the equipment as required and aligned to the SOC to produce the product to specification; accurately record all changes
• Work independently to assist in managing critical spare parts inventories and rebuilding parts
• Enter all required quality supporting data to plant database
• Fill out daily management board before the end of every shift
• Prepare non-conformance material and package suitably for return to supplier
• Responsible for applying the correct LPN label to the rolls of slit film
• Schedule and scan all raw materials through the Oracle WMS platform
• Schedule packaging materials and supplies to the machine from the warehouse
• Remove finished product or unused materials from the slitter area to the warehouse drop area as needed
• Ensure that quality standards are upheld and that any suspect or defective product is quarantined and reported to the Shift Leader. Samples along with a complete non-conformance form are to be submitted to the Quality Department
• Maintain Forklift Truck certification
• Work as a valuable team member throughout the production room to accomplish the business goals: Assist and work closely with Quality, Maintenance, and Technical resources to ensure that issues are being addressed to optimize the performance of the line
• Assist in the training of other personnel in proper maintenance, operation, and set-up of equipment according to approved company procedures
• Maintain good housekeeping and a 5S work area

Qualifications Required

• High school diploma. Continued education in plastics is preferred.
• Slitting machine experience preferred.
• Tolerate standing, pushing, and pulling during 12 hours on a concrete floor

Competency Statements

Act: Safely, Responsibly and Ethically Develop: Positive, Collaborative Teams and Healthy Work Environments. Deliver: Timely, Innovative and Sustainable Focused Solutions. Drive: Quality in Products, Service, and Attainment of Professional Goals. Integrate: Core Values of Commitment, Responsibility, and Innovation into all aspects of work.

Work Environment

Manufacturing Plant. Climate-controlled.

Benefits and Perks

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discounts Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid elder care Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance