Converting Finishing (110) - Slitter Operator I

Colonial Group; Tremonton (UT); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Slitter Operator I to join the Converting department on a full-time day shift. You will set up and operate the converting equipment to produce slit rolls from WIP stock while meeting quality standards.

Key responsibilities include maximizing productivity, performing quality inspections, maintaining records, and handling raw materials with pallet jack or forklift. Must lift up to 50 pounds and work safely on rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Ability to work safely with converting equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making.
• Clear written and spoken communication.
• Capable of basic math and computer use.
• Able to operate pallet jack and forklift as needed.
• Able to lift 50 pounds regularly.
• Capable of performing basic machine troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring effective and efficient operation of slitter machines to maximize productivity.
• Convert large rolls of plastic into smaller rolls at optimal speeds and high quality.
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
• Maintain processes and production records.
• Obtaining raw materials and packaging, including using a pallet jack and/or forklift.
• Performing quality inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Related tasks as requested by Converting Supervisor or Production Manager.

Skills

Work ethic

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Basic math

Troubleshooting

Lifting 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Job description

Slitter Operator I

Title: Converting Operator

Department: Shrink - Converting

Immediate Supervisor: Converting Supervisor

Status: Full-Time Day Shift 6am-6pm Rotating 2-2-3 schedule

Position Purpose: To safely set up and operate the converting equipment/machinery to produce a maximum of slit and folded rolls of standard specifications from WIP stock assuring standard quality requirements are met through diligent inspection.

Principle Accountabilities

1. Ensuring effective and efficient operation of slitter machines to maximize productivity.
2. Convert large rolls of plastic into smaller rolls at optimal speeds and high quality.
3. Maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
4. Maintain processes and production records.
5. Obtaining raw materials and packaging, including using a pallet jack and/or forklift.
6. Performing quality inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
7. Related tasks as requested by Converting Supervisor or Production Manager.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Ability to exhibit a good work ethic, reasoning, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to work with others
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to perform basic math and computer skills
• Ability to perform mechanical troubleshooting
• Ability to regularly lift 50 pounds independently
• Ability to perform basic machine troubleshooting