Roll Builder/Operator

Maxcess International; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of industrial rollers in Appleton, Wisconsin, seeks a dedicated Roll Builder. Responsibilities include reading production schedules, preparing rolls for installation, measuring dimensions accurately, and ensuring product quality. Candidates must be skilled in reading blueprints and using inspection tools. The role requires proficiency in English and basic math skills. Join a company committed to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Skilled in reading mechanical blueprints.
• Proficient in writing documentation according to standards.

Responsibilities

• Interpret production schedules and job requirements.
• Retrieve and prepare rolls for installation.
• Ensure finished roll sizes meet requirements.
• Complete necessary paperwork accurately.

Skills

Reading and interpreting production schedules

Mechanical blueprint reading

Basic math skills

Using inspection and measurement equipment

Tools

Durometer gauges

Micrometers

Vernier diameter tapes

Dial indicators

Profilometers

Temperature-indicating devices

Job description

Maxcess-Valley Roller Company, Inc. is dedicated to the development and design of rubber covered roller for industry. With the knowledge and understanding of rubber compound technology, the Valley Roller division has differentiated its self in the industry as a leading provider of rubber covered rolls.

Major Duties

• Reading and interpreting production schedules, job router cards, blueprints, non‑conformance reports, and any other materials that summarize requirements for the building process.
• Locating and retrieving rolls to the building area utilizing overhead cranes and various materials handling equipment.
• Preparing the individual rolls for installation in the roll building equipment. Setting the extrusion temperature, installation of screen packs, etc.
• Measuring all required building dimensions and understanding the relationship of the dimensions to the specific requirements of the job.
• Verifying the finished roll sizes to ensure that all requirements are met.
• Wrapping the rolls after building with polyester tape or nylon per requirements outlined on the job router.
• End‑plating rolls if required or as outlined on the job router.
• Completing all necessary paperwork, inspection reports, job router information, and operator sign‑off on the job.
• Unloading the equipment safely and without damage or harm to personnel, equipment or roll.
• Delivering the roll to the designated staging area for vulcanization.
• Recording inventory levels for rubber usage.
• Safely operating the roll builder to produce the desired results and meet the specific job requirement.

Qualifications

• Read, write, and understand English.
• Read mechanical blueprints and interpret technical documents.
• Write legible documentation conforming to prescribed style and format.
• Utilize all inspection and measurement equipment per procedure and instruction, including durometer gauges, micrometers, vernier diameter tapes, dial indicators, profilometers, temperature‑indicating devices, and others as needed.
• Understand and apply basic math, including accurate addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Maxcess is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.