Slitter Operator-Day Shift

Job SummaryWe are looking for a Slitter Machine Operator for our organization. The primary role of a Slitter Operator is setting-up and operating a slitting machine to cut rolls of Protective Film to documented specifications and/or winding or rewinding as necessary to ensure optimum safety, quality and production while minimizing cost, energy, and waste in our team-based environment. In this role, you will operator out of our Conover, NC facility, reporting to the Production Manager.

Classification: Full-Time-HourlyReports To: Shift SupervisorShifts: Days and Nights -6AM - 6PM, 6PM-6AM based on a 2-2-3 schedule (overtime as needed based on business needs).Compensation & Growth: Competitive starting pay of $18-$21/hr, plus career growth opportunities with potential to earn higher wages (up to $32/hr) as you advance within Pregis.

Duties/Responsibilities

Support Environmental Health & Safety for the facility, following all current policies and procedures and making an effort to improve the Environmental Health and Safety performance of our facility.Set-up and operate slitter machines to efficiency, quality and order specifications.Spaces rotary slitter knifes or razor blades on machine shaft or holding device according to specified width and secures blades in positionMaintain visual workplace standards.Complete required paperwork including visual check sheets and run condition sheetsMonitors and maintains quality by looking for defects in the productsSafely operate Jib hoists and pallet jacksMeets established production goalsEnters production data in SAPActively participate in all Continuous Improvement, Safety and Quality initiativesPerforms housekeeping duties to ensure a clean and safe work environmentUnderstands and supports PF&C Quality Policy.Understands PF&C Quality Objectives, and aids in the achievement of them.Contributes to the continual improvement of PF&C's Quality Management System by following current written policies, procedures, and work instructions, etc., while providing constructive feedback, input, and suggestions.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)Prior experience in slitting operation is preferred but not requiredA minimum of 1 year of experience operating Production/Converting equipment in a Manufacturing settingBilingual in English/Spanish is a plusAbility to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 poundsAbility to quantify results, identify new opportunities, adapt to change and interface with all levels of managementBasic computer skills (SAP knowledge is a plus)

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