Slitter Operator Assistant (UPK)

A Slitter Operator Assistant supports the operator in the operation of the slitting machine. This role is responsible by assisting with set-up material loading, quality checks, and maintaining a clean and safe work area, ensuring production runs and meeting requiring specifications.

DESCRIPTION

• Ensure all parameters of Safety, Food Safety and Quality. Organize and manage resources, monitor progress, identify risks and mitigation.
• Immediately report to supervisor any incident and unsafe condition.
• Load and unload rolls onto the slitter machine.
• Inspecting the slit material for defects like tears, wrinkles, or inconsistencies, and reporting any issues to the operator.
• Cutting rolls, rewinding slit rolls, applying labels with correct product details, and finished rolls for storage.
• Ensure proper storage and organization of materials.
• Removing and disposing of scrap material.
• Provides direct support to production operators, helping to resolve issues and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Responsible for plant sanitation and monitoring action plans to maintain sound GMP’s and orderly housekeeping.
• Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

COMPETENCIES

• Able to interact and communicate with others, must be a team player.
• Must be flexible to the demands of production.
• Dependable and Punctual.
• Mechanical ability to run equipment and use small hand tools.
• Basic math and measuring ability.
• Analytic abilities.
• Mental alertness to identify and react to machine process, quality and safety issues.
• Ability to be organized, multitask and keep up in a fast-paced environment.
• Be able to read and write.
• Knowledge of FSSC 22000:2005.
• Must be knowledgeable of GMPs and HACCP.
• Ability to be organized, multitask and keep up in a fast-paced environment.
• In-depth knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual is a plus.

EXPERIENCE

• Preferred experience working in plastic manufacturing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to operate basic tools and measuring devices (tape measure, scale, etc.).
• Ability to read, write, and speak in English to effectively communicate and interpret instructions.
• Ability of repetitive reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, kneeling, and carrying, going up and down ladders/steps.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed primarily on the manufacturing floor, which may involve exposure to loud noises, machinery, high temperatures and chemicals.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.