Slitter Operator
Location: Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type: Direct Hire
Company: TRC Talent Solutions
Salary: $18 Per Year
Category: Energy
Job Description Apply Now
The Slitter Operator plays a crucial role in manufacturing operations by converting in-process or finished master rolls into specific customer requirements. As an essential team member, the Slitter Operator ensures that materials are properly processed, prepared, and packaged for delivery according to production orders and customer specifications. This full-time position is ideal for individuals interested in a hands-on manufacturing environment and offers a structured opportunity for skill development and career advancement within the industry.
Slitter Operators are responsible for the entire slitting process, from preparing raw materials to final inspection and packaging. The role demands attention to detail, adherence to strict safety protocols, and consistent application of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Operators will interact regularly with production equipment, data entry systems, and quality control processes to guarantee optimal results and maintain compliance with company standards.
In this position, you will have the chance to work with cutting-edge machinery and technology, contribute to a positive team environment, and play a direct role in the manufacturing of high-quality materials. If you are seeking a career that values safety, efficiency, and quality, the Slitter Operator role offers a rewarding pathway within the manufacturing sector. The position is based in an environment that values teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement, providing employees with a stable foundation for professional growth.
Slitter Operator - Summary- Converts master rolls into finished products according to order specifications.
- Operates and maintains slitting machinery and related equipment.
- Ensures compliance with safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Maintains accurate records and completes required documentation daily.
- Works collaboratively with team members to achieve productivity and quality targets.
- Follow all plant safety rules and regulatory standards to ensure a safe working environment.
- Maintain clean work areas and uphold housekeeping standards.
- Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to guarantee product quality.
- Load materials onto machine payoffs using overhead hoists and initiate threading through the machine.
- Enter required production data into shop floor computer systems and validate product labels for accuracy.
- Select, clean, and install spacers and cutting knives on machine shafts as specified.
- Thread sheeting through the slitter, ensuring all specifications are met for dimensions and quality.
- Secure slit strips onto cores, adjust guides and roller tension, and manage scrap winding as needed.
- Monitor the slitting and rewinding process, inspecting cut strips for flatness, wrinkles, and defects.
- Identify and communicate any scrap, mechanical, or quality issues promptly to supervisors.
- Stack and arrange rolls according to established packaging specifications.
- Consistently meet daily standards for productivity, product quality, and scrap management.
- Complete and submit all required paperwork accurately and on time.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall plant operations.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards.
- Comprehensive benefits package may include health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Potential opportunities for overtime pay and performance-based incentives.
- Career advancement opportunities within the manufacturing sector.
- Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and professional development.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively.
- Prior manufacturing or production experience preferred.
- Forklift experience is advantageous.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Safety-conscious with a proactive approach to workplace hazards.
- Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to follow complex procedures and instructions.
- Physically capable of repetitive lifting and standing for the duration of the shift.
- Effective communicator who can report issues and collaborate with team members.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and equipment as required.
- The work environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration, and occasional hot or humid conditions.
- Regularly works alongside other team members, but some tasks may be performed independently.
- The position involves the use of sharp tools and requires adherence to strict safety measures at all times.
- Tekniplex is committed to making reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities and qualified disabled veterans, unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the conduct of its business.
If you are ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career as a Slitter Operator, apply today by clicking the job application button and join a team dedicated to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.