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Slitter Operator
Klöckner Pentaplast
Posted: 10/21/2026Techline Operator
Flock Safety
Posted: 10/21/2026Pilot Operator
SAIC
Posted: 10/21/2026Mech Tech G 3 – Outside Machine Operator
HII
Posted: 10/21/2026Set Up Operator II – Bonding
Schaeffler
Posted: 10/21/2026PIT Operator – Weekend Day Shift
GXO Logistics, Inc.
Posted: 10/21/2026PIT Operator II
GXO Logistics, Inc.
Posted: 10/21/2026Machine Operator – 3rd Shift
Element Solutions Inc
Posted: 10/21/2026Assembly
SMT Mission System Operator, MSO
MAG Aerospace
Posted: 10/21/2026Manufacturing Machine Operator
Kennametal
Posted: 10/21/2026Production Operator
Datwyler Group
Posted: 10/21/2026Support Operator Associate
Advocate Aurora Health
Posted: 10/21/2026Production Operator
Hamilton Company
Posted: 10/21/2026Auxiliary Operator 2
ContourGlobal
Posted: 10/21/2026PythonSQL
Auxiliary Operator
ContourGlobal
Posted: 10/21/2026PythonSQL
Assembly Cell Operator
Acuity
Posted: 10/21/2026Assembly Cell Operator
Acuity
Posted: 10/21/2026Utility Operator I, RMS
Novo Nordisk
Posted: 10/21/2026Mobile Crane Operator
HII
Posted: 10/21/2026Cutoff/Press Setup/Operator – 3rd Shift
Ideal Tridon Group
Posted: 10/21/2026
Slitter Operator
Klöckner PentaplastCore Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in operating and monitoring slitting equipment while ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety procedures. Proficient in troubleshooting equipment issues, performing quality inspections, and maintaining an organized production environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Slitting Equipment OperationQuality Inspection and Defect IdentificationForklift OperationBasic Computer ProficiencyManufacturing Safety Compliance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Set up, adjust, operate, and monitor slitting equipment according to production schedules, work orders, and customer specifications
- Verify machine settings, material alignment, and cutting dimensions
- Monitor equipment performance, adjust operations, and minimize downtime
- Read and interpret tape measures to verify finished-product dimensions
- Identify equipment malfunctions and communicate maintenance needs
- Perform routine equipment checks and maintain a clean, organized work area
- Inspect plastic sheet materials and finished products for defects and quality concerns
- Troubleshoot and correct quality defects and prevent nonconforming products from reaching customers
- Follow quality procedures, inspection requirements, and customer specifications
- Document quality inspections, production results, and material discrepancies
- Communicate recurring defects, equipment concerns, and process abnormalities to supervision or quality personnel
- Reduce scrap, prevent waste, and improve product quality
- Safely operate forklifts to transport materials and supplies
- Build and prepare skids and pallets; band, secure, label, and package finished goods
- Verify finished-product identification, quantities, and packaging accuracy
- Maintain organization of materials and finished goods
- Follow company safety policies, OSHA requirements, PPE requirements, machine guarding, lockout/tagout, and safe equipment-operation procedures
- Report unsafe conditions, near misses, and workplace hazards
- Participate in safety initiatives, training, and continuous improvement activities
- Assist with Utility Operator duties as needed
- Collaborate with operators, maintenance personnel, quality staff, and production leadership
- Use computer systems to enter production data, review work orders, document quality information, and complete records
- Communicate production status, quality concerns, and equipment issues during shift transitions
- Perform additional production-related duties assigned by management
Requirements
What you’ll need- Previous manufacturing, machine operation, or production experience preferred
- Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure
- Basic computer proficiency, including entering data and navigating production systems
- Ability to operate a forklift safely or successfully complete company-required forklift training and authorization
- Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize product defects and quality inconsistencies
- Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, production specifications, and safety procedures
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented production environment
- Willingness to perform Utility Operator responsibilities as needed
- Ability to work the assigned 12-hour night shift schedule
- Previous experience operating slitting, converting, or similar manufacturing equipment preferred
- Experience in plastics manufacturing, extrusion, or flexible packaging preferred
- Knowledge of product inspection, defect identification, and corrective actions preferred
- Experience building skids, banding materials, and packaging finished products preferred
- Previous forklift operation experience preferred
- Familiarity with production reporting systems and manufacturing quality standards preferred
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout a 12-hour shift
- Ability to bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive movements as required
- Ability to lift, move, and handle production materials within established safety guidelines
- Ability to work around moving machinery, manufacturing equipment, and industrial noise
- Ability to use required PPE and comply with all applicable safety requirements
- Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Inclusive culture welcoming applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives, and experiences
- Continuous improvement and safety training opportunities
- Company-required forklift training and authorization may be provided
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Hard Skills
Machine OperationTape Measure ReadingTroubleshooting SkillsProduct InspectionPackaging Finished ProductsMaterial HandlingQuality Control ProceduresProduction ReportingUtility Operator ResponsibilitiesManufacturing Equipment Maintenance
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management SkillsTeam Collaboration
Industry Keywords
ManufacturingPlastics ManufacturingExtrusionFlexible PackagingOSHA CompliancePPE RequirementsContinuous ImprovementProduction SchedulingQuality StandardsSafety Procedures