Slitter Assistant; 1st Shift

Position:
Slitter Assistant (1st Shift)

Location:

Hickory Wage: $18.76/hour Shift: 1st Shift | Monday through Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

The Slitter Assistant reports directly to the Plant Superintendent and is responsible for performing tasks necessary to support high-quality, efficient, and timely shipment of TOPPAN products. Excellent attendance is critical to team success. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, works well across teams, and brings strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and pride in their work.

• Pack roll stock from the Slitting and Press Departments
• Assist Slitter Operators in secondary slitting operations with a focus on increasing production efficiency on the assigned shift
• Support Slitter Operators by moving and wrapping pallets, staging rolls to be slit, and keeping the department supplied with materials
• Cut cores, empty trash and trim bins, reclaim rolls on rewinder equipment, and pack finished rolls with proper labels, boxes, and pallets
• Collect samples for Quality Assurance and Customer Service as requested on work orders
• Move finished goods to the wrapping staging area
• Review scheduling lists and prepare required materials to execute production orders
• Keep recyclables, cores, cardboard, and materials organized and properly segregated
• Operate slitter equipment and fill in during PTO coverage or absences as needed

• Excellent attendance history
• Proven success in a fast-paced environment
• Works well with multiple teams and solves problems effectively
• Takes pride in work and has strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Can occasionally sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Can frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Can occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Can regularly use hands and fingers to handle tools, materials, and controls
• 6 to 12 months of work experience preferred
• Good reading and math skills
• Can read a ruler and measure in inches (to 1/16 ), centimeters, and millimeters
• Can understand and interpret work orders tied to customer specifications
• Forklift or lift truck experience is a plus

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.