Slitting Machine Operator

Slitting Machine Operator

Job Summary:

The Slitter Machine Operator is expected to be trained and experienced in the operation, setup, troubleshooting, and daily production requirements of the department’s slitting equipment, including Bielloni and Tigre slitter machines.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

2 years plus of experience in flexible packaging manufacturing preferred, with experience operating and setting up slitting equipment. Experience with Bielloni and/or Tigre slitting machines preferred.

Preferred Requirements:

• Must be able to safely operate, set up, and adjust industrial slitting equipment, preferably Bielloni and Tigre.

• Must have a strong understanding of flexible packaging materials, web handling, slitting, rewinding, roll construction, and finished roll requirements.

• Must be able to read and understand production orders, specifications, work instructions, and quality requirements.

• Must be able to perform and verify proper machine setup, including knives, cores, tension, web alignment, rewind settings, and other applicable machine adjustments.

• Must be able to identify and troubleshoot common slitting and rewinding issues, including telescoping, wrinkles, loose rolls, uneven edges, improper tension, tracking issues, and other quality defects.

• Must obey all personnel, product, food safety, and workplace safety regulations.

• Must adhere to all quality processes, including documentation and verification, as they apply to the performance of assigned tasks.

• Ensure all Slitter Department employees complete the required documentation and verifications related to food safety and quality processes.

• Must be a team player with strong leadership and communication skills.

• Ability to read a tape measure and accurately interpret measurements.

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including measurements, fractions, and production quantities.

• Must be able to inspect finished rolls for quality, dimensions, appearance, and other customer or production specifications.

• Must be able to lift between 50 to 75 lbs. minimum.

• Must be able to walk, squat, crouch, turn, twist, stretch, climb steps, grab, pull, push, and bend throughout an 8-to-12-hour shift.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and respond appropriately to changing production priorities.

• Must be willing and able to train and provide direction to other employees.

• Must demonstrate the ability to recognize unsafe conditions, quality concerns, and equipment issues and take appropriate action.

Duties:

• Safely operate and oversee the operation of Bielloni, Tigre, and other assigned slitting equipment.

• Perform and oversee machine setup and changeovers according to production orders, specifications, and established procedures.

• Verify correct materials, cores, knives, settings, and other components prior to beginning production.

• Monitor machine operation and finished product throughout the production run to ensure quality and production requirements are being met.

• Troubleshoot and correct common machine, material, and quality issues within the scope of the position.

• Ensure finished rolls meet required specifications for width, length, roll diameter, winding quality, appearance, labeling, and other applicable requirements.

• May be required to validate cleaning, preventative maintenance, and/or inspection logs.

• Ensure required production, quality, food safety, and equipment documentation is completed accurately and on time.

• Required to train new employees in their assigned department through hands-on training, leadership, and professional development.

• May be required to ensure all department employees are performing the required documentation and verifications of food safety and quality processes.

• Provide direction and leadership to Slitter Department employees during assigned shifts.

• Manage and coordinate the activities of 10 or more employees when required.

• Assist with production planning and prioritization to meet daily production schedules.

• Communicate production issues, quality concerns, downtime, material shortages, and other department concerns to management.

• Monitor and help minimize machine downtime, material waste, setup time, and production inefficiencies.

• Ensure proper handling, identification, and storage of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.

• Ensure employees follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety procedures, and company policies.

• Assist with investigations and corrective actions related to quality, safety, production, and customer requirements.

• Responsible for ensuring that food safety and quality requirements are being adhered to within the Slitter Department.

• Assist maintenance personnel with identifying equipment problems and communicating machine conditions that require maintenance or repair.

• Participate in department meetings, safety meetings, and continuous improvement activities.

• This job position is a “safety sensitive position.”