Shift Lead-Finishing Rewinder

Fortis Solutions Group; Catoosa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortis Solutions Group in Oklahoma is seeking a Shift Lead-Finishing Rewinder to oversee the operation of multiple rewind machines and ensure finished rolls meet customer specifications. You will verify quality, perform splices, and manage labeling, core IDs, and box IDs for accurate shipping and inventory.

The role requires high attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to train and lead peers while maintaining safe and efficient production standards in a dusty, noisy warehouse

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating production machines preferred.
• Ability to train new employees and lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and set up rewind machines for each job.
• Operate rewind machines to break large rolls into finished rolls.
• Check labels, cores, and IDs for accuracy and quality.
• Perform splices and verify product IDs under supervisor sign-off.
• Place finished rolls in correct boxes for shipping or stock.
• Assist in troubleshooting finishing equipment and train others.

Skills

Initiative

Communication

Attention to detail

Quality leadership

Organization

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

As the Shift Lead-Finishing Rewinder you will operate multiple rewind machines (with or without turrets). You will take master rolls from press and break them down into smaller rolls according to the customer’s specifications. As the Shift Lead-Finishing Rewinder you will follow specifications on the job ticket to complete the rolls to the right length, copy position, and core size. You are responsible for verifying quality of supplied rolls and reviewing product for defects to ensure the highest quality product for our customers. You will also box product or perform other finishing duties to ensure product is delivered to shipping in an accurate and timely manner.

• Review job work instructions/tickets and set up the rewind machine properly for the job, including blades, cores, and copy position.
• Operate the machine to break the large press rolls into finished customer rolls.
• Review labels and rolls for quality and consistency.
• Perform splices in which two rolls of the same product are taped together. Follow company procedures and requirements for verification of the product ID numbers and visual inspection with supervisor sign off.
• Verify Core IDs for the finished rolls and place them inside and outside of the roll, following verification by the supervisor that the Core ID is correct.
• Place finished rolls in the proper box, verifying the core and box IDs match, and place the box in the designated area for either shipping or stock products.
• Help troubleshoot other finishing equipment.
• Train other employees on rewinder and turrets (in plants where turrets are present).
• Fill in for other finishing operators where needed, including Digital Die Cutters (in plants where Digital Die Cutters are present).
• Assist in “Second Approver” sign offs for finishing dept.
• Communicate with Shift Supervisor, Production Manager, and/or Scheduler regarding issues with the label, including over or under runs, label quality, or ID number questions.
• Maintain the work area and machines in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed Fortis policies and safety regulations.
• Additional duties as required.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least one-year machine operation experience, printing related production experience preferred.

Job Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• High level of initiative.
• Good communication skills. Approachable and helpful, willing, and able to train new employees.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Leads by example with exemplary quality and productivity results.
• Motivated by task accomplishment and comfortable doing routine tasks at a high level.
• Must be proactive to catch problems or inconsistencies and bring them to management’s attention.
• Good organization skills. Able to manage multiple projects in a given day.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Training Requirements

• Willing to attend required training courses or sessions related to the job as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Lifting, sitting, standing, crouching, and associated repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 pounds with assistance.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test and subject to random drug screening.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to dust and noise in the production environment.
• Warehouse environment temperatures may be influenced by outside temperatures.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Safety glasses and shoes are highly recommended in the production area.

Travel

• None

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of their position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, provided this does not create an undue hardship for the company. Fortis Solutions Group retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position, as needed.

Fortis Solutions Group is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and therefore, do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.