Slitter Operator
Location: Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type: Direct Hire
Company: TRC Talent Solutions
Salary: $19 Per Year
Category: Energy
Job Description Apply Now
The Slitter Operator plays a key role in ensuring the efficient processing and conversion of in-process or finished master rolls in accordance with production orders and customer specifications. As a Slitter Operator, you will be responsible for preparing materials, operating slitting machinery, and maintaining quality and safety standards throughout the manufacturing process. This full-time role offers an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic manufacturing environment, focusing on precision, safety, and teamwork.
As a Slitter Operator, you will operate specialized machinery designed to cut large rolls of material into smaller, precise sizes as required by customer orders. You will load, thread, and monitor these machines, ensuring accurate slitting and rewinding of materials. Attention to detail is critical to identify any issues with the material or equipment, and you will be expected to take prompt action if problems arise. Your adherence to safety protocols and manufacturing best practices will be essential to maintaining a safe and productive workplace.
This position will require frequent standing, lifting, and manual handling of materials, making physical stamina and attention to ergonomics crucial. You will work closely with other production team members, collaborating to meet daily productivity and quality targets while maintaining a clean and organized work area. Communication skills are vital, both for documenting production processes and for reporting any issues promptly to supervisors or maintenance staff.
Joining our team as a Slitter Operator provides an opportunity to be part of a company committed to quality manufacturing and continuous improvement. If you enjoy hands-on work and are looking for a role where your attention to detail and commitment to safety will be valued, we encourage you to apply for this full-time Slitter Operator position by clicking the job application button below.
Slitter Operator - Summary- Responsible for converting master rolls into customer-specified sizes using slitting machinery.
- Operates and maintains slitting equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Works collaboratively with other production staff to meet daily goals.
- Maintains accurate records and ensures proper labeling and packaging of finished rolls.
- Follow all plant safety rules and standards, maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Keep work areas clean and organized, adhering to good housekeeping practices.
- Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and all company policies.
- Load payoff machines using overhead hoists and manually thread material through slitting machines.
- Input production data into shop floor computers and verify that labels correspond to the correct rolls.
- Select, clean, and install spacers and knives on machine shafts as required for each job.
- Thread sheeting through the slitter, ensuring correct dimensions according to specifications.
- Secure slit strips on cores, adjust guides and roller tension, and operate scrap winders.
- Monitor slitting and rewinding operations, examining cut strips for defects such as flatness or wrinkles.
- Communicate promptly about scrap, mechanical, or quality issues to supervisors or maintenance.
- Arrange and stack finished rolls according to packaging specifications.
- Meet daily standards for productivity, quality, and scrap reduction.
- Complete and submit required paperwork accurately and on time.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisors.
- Competitive hourly wage for full-time employment.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Opportunities for overtime and advancement within the manufacturing team.
- Supportive workplace culture with a focus on safety, training, and professional growth.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing facility preferred (at least 2 years is ideal).
- Prior forklift experience is beneficial but not required.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Comfortable standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs. repetitively.
- Demonstrated safety consciousness and attention to detail in a hands-on role.
- Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic.
- Enjoys hands-on, physical work and working as part of a team.
- Proactive in identifying and addressing potential issues with machinery or materials.
- Committed to maintaining a safe and orderly work environment.
- Adaptable and willing to take on new responsibilities as needed.
- Physical demands include frequent standing, walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, and occasional climbing or kneeling.
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration, and occasionally hot or humid conditions is expected in the manufacturing environment.
- Company is committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on business operations.
- Teamwork and communication are essential for success in this role.
If you are ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career and thrive in a fast-paced environment, apply now for the Slitter Operator position by clicking the job application button.