Slitter Machine Operator

Job Description

We provide a safety‑first culture, a clean and air‑conditioned work environment, and opportunity for pay and skill advancement through our operator level program.

Starting pay is $19.00 per hour (including shift differential). 2nd shift hours are M-F 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm. $2,500 sign‑on bonus: $250 paid at hire, $500 paid at 3, 6, and 9 months, $750 paid after one year of employment.

• Load/unload materials, machine components, and completed work product from machine.
• Set blades and/or blade bar according to specifications; place, align and secure fixtures, guides, sensors, rollers, tension bars, or other mechanisms, and thread material through machine/rollers.
• Set machine controls and make needed adjustments before and during machine operations using machine’s computerized and/or manual controls including speed, cutting tension, pressure, etc. Clear machinery jams and/or malfunctions.
• Inspect completed work including visual inspection, plugging and gauging rolls, or other quality checks per specifications.
• Record production‑related data and enter into ERP system.
• Prepare product for shipment. May include trimming/pressing rolls; applying flanges; printing and applying tags/labels to rolls and boxes; bagging rolls; packing rolls into boxes; banding with strapping machine; moving boxes to pallet, inventory shelf or other designated area.
• Ensure machines are routinely maintained using chemicals/solvents.
• Ensure that specific product material stocks are available and ready for production runs, and that items in low supply are replaced.
• Use hydraulic lift, electric floorwalker or carts as needed to move and/or handle jumbo rolls of product and/or packed boxes of product.
• Crosstrain on slitting equipment in other teams and assist other slitter operators as needed.
• Observe all operation and safety rules and procedures.

• Stable employment history, positive and collaborative attitude, desire to learn, and demonstrated ability to work safely in producing a quality product.
• Candidates selected for employment must pass a post‑offer drug screen and background check.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior applicable manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic computer/keyboarding experience preferred including data entry and lookups.
• Ability to work overtime/flexible shift as business needs dictate.
• Physical requirements include constant standing/walking, use of upper extremities to handle/manipulate, visual identification of product quality defects, frequent twisting/turning, stepping up/down, reaching outward/upward; lift/carry up to 45 lb., and bending/squatting (specific machines).

• Medical plan options with FSA and HSA.
• Dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee discounts.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• Vacation and sick time starting in year of hire.
• Corporate matching gift program for charitable donations.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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