Slitter Operator - 2nd Shift

prattinternalcareersite; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) w/ matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pratt in Rockwall, TX is seeking a Slitter Operator to manage setup, operation, and cleanup of the slitter line. You will also propose improvements to operations and ensure quality and efficiency to meet production schedules.

The role requires following detailed machine settings, performing checks, and coordinating with the wet end and maintenance teams. Overtime may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to read and follow instructions on factory masters.

Responsibilities

• Enter information into computers to set machine for order changes, scores, speed, stack height, sheet count, and number of outs.
• Verify accuracy of information in computer.
• Execute order changes.
• Cross check board with corrugator dry end lineup or order scheduling display.
• Observe and check board for quality (scores, liner, coating, etc.).
• Perform soak tests as needed.
• Set slitter to minimize overruns/underruns.
• Set-up tear-tape machine and preprint as needed.
• Communicate adjustments to the wet end.
• Clear jams safely and assist with problems.
• Submit maintenance work orders and help maintain equipment.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Reading tape measure

Reading instructions

Job description

POSITION

Slitter Operator

JOB TYPE

Full-time

LOCATION

Rockwall, TX

COMPENSATION

$19.00/hour + shift differential

HOURS

3:30pm - 11:30pm M - F (Will be asked to work OT as needed)

BENEFITS

• 401(k) w/ matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

SUMMARY

Responsible for all activities associated with running the slitter, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enter information into computers to set machine for order changes, scores, speed, stack height, sheet count, and number of outs.
• Verify accuracy of information in computer.
• Execute order changes.
• Cross check board being produced with the corrugator dry end lineup or order scheduling computer display to ensure it is the proper board test, size, scores are properly positioned and have the correct depth, color, and coating.
• Visually observe and physically check board for quality, including but not limited to the following: cracked scores, cut liner or medium, loose edges or liner, oil, blisters, wrinkles, wash board, warp, clean slits, proper score depth, and appearance.
• Perform soak tests as needed.
• Set slitter to bring up the next run as necessary to avoid overruns or underruns.
• Set-up tear-tape machine and preprint as needed.
• Communicate messages to the wet end regarding necessary adjustments.
• Clear jams safely and assist in correcting other problems.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Adheres to production schedule.
• Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.
• Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Assist in the training of dry end personnel.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate.
• Able to apply concepts of high school math.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

The individual must have a working knowledge of the following:

• Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Product layouts and production specifications
• Product quality specifications
• Quality standards

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

May be required to obtain and maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

The performance of the employee will be measured as follows:

• Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee.
• Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior.
• Employee relations - through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication.

Creativity - this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.

Pratt is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.