Rewinder Operator (Converting / Paper Manufacturing)

Come join North America's largest independent paper converter and get your career ROLLing! All of our jobs offer competitive pay and benefits based upon skill and experience.

$500 Sign-On Bonus after 90 days!

$500 Retention Bonus after 180 days!

Benefits Include: Paid Time Off, Immediate Holiday Pay Eligibility, Medical, Vision, Dental, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, 401(k) with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Profit Sharing, Annual Company Clothing, Shoe, and Prescription Safety Glasses Allowances. Annual $200 Gym and Fitness Reimbursement, $1,500 Referral Bonus for referring employees, and Quarterly $200 Perfect Attendance Bonus.

Position Details:

Rewinder Operator positions available to EXPERIENCED candidates only:

Only candidates with a minimum of 1 consecutive year of experience operating a rewinder will be considered.

Job Overview

We are looking for a dependable and motivated Rewinder Operator to join our manufacturing team. The Rewinder Operator is responsible for safely setting up and operating Rewinder equipment, maintaining product quality, meeting production schedules, and making machine adjustments as needed.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, takes pride in producing quality products, works well independently and leads a crew of 2 to 3 employees and is willing to learn and develop their skills. This position plays an important role in ensuring our customers receive quality products on time.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year Operating a Rewinder as a main operator.
• Minimum of 2 years working on a Rewinding department.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to learn and operate manufacturing equipment.
• Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on production needs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Rewinder equipment safely and efficiently.
• Operate a rewinder that can handle up to 104” wide roll with multiple cuts out
• Lead a crew of 2 to 3 team members.
• Responsible for making basic machine adjustments to maintain product quality and production efficiency.
• Understand different types of paper and products processed on the Rewinders.
• Perform quality inspections and ensure products meet customer specifications and company standards.
• Serve as the first line of quality control by identifying defects or questionable conditions and taking appropriate corrective action.
• Accurately complete production and quality information using Epicor ERP, labeling software, Microsoft Excel, and other required systems.
• Troubleshoot basic machine and process issues and make adjustments when necessary.
• Keep the Rewinder and surrounding work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Properly use hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, pallet jacks, compactors, and other downstream production equipment.
• Operate powered industrial trucks when properly trained and certified.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures and properly use required PPE.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, management, vendors, and customers.
• Work independently while managing multiple priorities and maintaining safety, quality, productivity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

This is a hands on manufacturing position in a noisy and dusty production environment with exposure to operating machinery and varying temperatures.

The position requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently use hands and arms to operate tools, equipment, and controls.
• Reach, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, crouch, climb, and perform other physical activities as required.
• Frequently lift or move items up to 25 lbs.
• Occasionally lift or move items weighing 50–75 lbs. with assistance.

Maintain the visual ability necessary to inspect product quality and operate equipment safely

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Initial communication is typically done via email. What is your email address?
• This job pays based upon experience. What is your hourly rate expectation?
• Do you have at least 1 consecutive year of experience operating a Rewinder?
• Where did you gain 1 or more consecutive years of experience operating a Rewinder?
• Are you available to work Sunday-Wednesday 8:00pm to 6:00am?

Work Location: In person