Slitter Operator Trainee

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Slitter Operator Level 1Classification :

Non- ExemptDepartment : ProductionReports to : Crew SupervisorJob Summary : Set up and operate the slitter to cut fabric to proper width and diameter*Safety - follows company procedures and uses material and equipment per manufacturers' directions*Clear and open communication with line operators, lab, slitter leads and shift manager*Check work orders to confirm product by performing line clearance forms at start of shift and order changes.

• Verify proper machine settings with appropriate order / recipe*Verify proper knife alignment and offset set-up according to knife recipe and to work order*Full understanding of all manual operating functions of the slitter*Visual / Audio checks during start-up and operations of each shaft to ensure proper efficiency is maintained*Full troubleshooting capability for all knife(slitter) equipment*Conduct quality checks and ability to troubleshoot quality related issues*Must be certified packer level 2, assist and direct when needed*Quality - Ensures quality by continually watching for and reporting any abnormalities.
• Full understanding and ability to operate Defect calculator, ability to measure defects manually*Maintain a clean and orderly workstation, keep slitter, unwinder and buffer free of foreign objects*Clear communications with lab and basic understanding of lab spec and recipe requirements*Other duties as assignedRequirements : High School Diploma, (or a GED) or equivalent experience is required.

Additionally, he / she must possess good problem solving skills, basic math skills, along with good interpersonal skills.

Working harmoniously with co-workers while exhibiting a "can-do" attitude is critical to success. Employee must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

on a somewhat frequent basis.Environment : Work area is a manufacturing environment which is not climate controlled year round with noise levels ranging from moderate to loud requiring hearing protection.

Acknowledgement : Employee signature below constitutes employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position.

12 hr rotating

2080 hrs per year