Slitter Operator

Preferred Packaging is a division of C-P Flexible Packaging that specializes in manufacturing multilayer flexible films, thermoformed containers and a supplier of tray sealing equipment for meal solution providers and school systems. For over 60 years CP Flex Pack has provided customers with innovative packaging solutions, leading edge graphic design and print technologies. Our growth and success are a direct reflection of our exceptional employees. This is your opportunity to join and grow with our organization! Our dedicated team enjoys a safe work environment with excellent pay and benefits programs.

WHAT YOU GET:

• 8 Paid Holidays per year      
• Medical, dental and vision insurance offered the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match 
• We are looking for a Slitter Operator to join our team. The hours for this position will be 6:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Thursday.

Job Functions & Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Operate slitter efficiently and productively against set goals.
• Loading and unloading of rolls on slitter.
• Interpret and understand written information, (orders, SOP’s, Lam. and print roll tickets etc.)
• Palletization, (building pallets of finished goods per customer specifications)
• Bagging of finished rolls.
• Quality checks slit material
  • Lay flat/measurement of slit web
  • Print quality/print defects
  • Roll/web tension and integrity
• Enter accurate information into computer and on production forms.
• Print out and attach accurate labels to finished rolls.
• Keep machine and surrounding area safe and clean.
• Spot and determine visual defects.
• Cut out defects and splice together good material.
• Complete tasks in adequate time limits, as to meet press daily goal and schedule needs.
• SOP’s may cover the area of (but are not limited to):
  • Employee Health & Safety
  • SQF (Safe Quality Food packager) and GMP (good manufacturing procedures) focused on eliminating contaminates in all packaging manufactured

Qualifications:

• Mechanical skills
• Problem solving
• Following instructions
• Basic computer skills
• Communicating in a clear manner
• Ability to read and understand a tape measure

Physical Demands:

• Able to lift to up-to 100lbs with assistance of hoist and up-to 70 lbs without (intermittently)
• Working 10-hour shifts 4x a week
• Bending and twisting,
• Using step stools or ladders. (occasional)
• Adjusting shift hours for vacation coverage or machine demands. (intermittently)