Slitter Operator

Jobot; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Benefits package

Education assistance

PTO & holidays

Overtime available

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Slitter Operator in Kenosha, WI, to set up, operate, and maintain slitting equipment for flexible packaging to customer specs. This on-site, permanent role offers $20–$30 per hour and an employee-owned environment.

You will cross-train on pouching and lamination, troubleshoot issues, meet run-speed targets, and keep safety and quality high. Applicants should have 2+ years in packaging or production machinery and a HS diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of flexible packaging or production machinery experience (slitting, pouching, or lamination) preferred.
• Manufacturing background, ideally in a regulated industry or with an ERP system.
• Good attendance, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.
• Flexibility for overtime, and the ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Light math and ruler skills; high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Setting up, operating, and maintaining slitting equipment to produce flexible packaging to customer specifications.
• Cross-training on pouching and lamination equipment to build your skills.
• Troubleshooting machine and setup issues, and identifying and documenting quality problems.
• Meeting set-up time and run-speed expectations while keeping safety, quality, and productivity high.
• Basic clean-up and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Packaging experience

Production machinery

Attendance

Overtime flexibility

Lifting 50 lbs

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Slitter Operator

$20 - $30 per hour | Kenosha, WI | On-site | Permanent

100% Employee Owned Company Seeking a Slitter Operator

A bit about us:

Looking for more than just a job? With an average tenure of over 10 years, we offer a place where you can build a lasting career.

With over 115 years of experience, our company specializes in providing printed cartons, labels, inserts, and flexible packaging to over 400 customers in various markets, including healthcare, natural health, personal care, and consumer goods. As a 100% employee-owned organization, our workforce has the unique opportunity to share in the company’s success through beneficial ownership.

Why join us?

• As a 100% employee-owned company, you will become an employee-owner, which contributes to your retirement benefits.
• We are committed to your career development and will support your growth because we genuinely care about your success.
• We recognize and reward those who make a significant impact on the company.
• We provide a comprehensive benefits package through Holden Industries, which includes medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement plans. We also offer a competitive continuing education assistance program.
• PTO and Holidays
• Overtime Available

Job Details

You'd be responsible for:

• Setting up, operating, and maintaining slitting equipment to produce flexible packaging to customer specifications
• Cross-training on pouching and lamination equipment to build your skills
• Troubleshooting machine and setup issues, and identifying and documenting quality problems
• Meeting set-up time and run-speed expectations while keeping safety, quality, and productivity high
• Basic clean-up and maintenance tasks

What they're looking for:

• 2+ years of flexible packaging or production machinery experience (slitting, pouching, or lamination) preferred
• Manufacturing background, ideally in a regulated industry or with an ERP system
• Good attendance, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn
• Flexibility for overtime, and the ability to lift 50 lbs
• Light math and ruler skills; high school diploma or GED

Why you'll like it:

• Employee ownership, so you have a stake in the company's success
• Career development and recognition for strong performers
• Medical, dental, life, disability, and retirement plans, plus continuing education assistance

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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