Slitter Operator - Day Shift

Transcendia; Richmond, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Transcendia is seeking a full-time Slitting Operator in Richmond, IN to set up and operate slitting machines, cutting film to precise widths, lengths, and diameters while meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards.

You will read production schedules, prepare blades and spacers, start and adjust machines, monitor output, and inspect finished rolls for defects. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, plus 1–3 years' experience and strong math and measurement skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read tape measures and perform basic math.
• Ability to work at a fast pace and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate slitting machines to cut film to specs.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and comply with safety policies.
• Install and align blades and adjust settings for production.
• Read production schedules and document machine setup.
• Monitor machine operation and inspect rolls for defects.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Mathematical calculations

Multi-tasking

Computer literate

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Measuring templates

Job description

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Full-Time Regular Full-Time Richmond, IN, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Job Summary:

The primary responsibility of this position is to set up and operate slitting machines; to cut film to specified widths, lengths and diameters in a way that meets or exceeds standards for safety, quality and productivity.

Must be able to work Monday through Thursday, 645AM to 7PM. Must be able to work mandatory OT when required.

Job Duties:

• Maintains a clean and orderly work area/warehouse
• Maintains a safe working environment by following all company safety policies and procedures and reports unsafe conditions and incidents, while maintaining quality standards
• Maintains company's quality standards and follows computer procedures to handle damaged material and quarantine material
• Installs and aligns shear or razor blades for slitting feedstock materials
• Starts machine, adjusts blade and controls, using wrenches, rulers, gauges, templates or other tools, and monitors operation
• Tests and adjusts settings as required for producing according to specification
• Selects, cleans, and installs spacers, lay-on bars, sleeves, and blades to set machine up to run in conformance to specifications
• Reads production schedule, customer specification, and other documents to determine set up or adjustment of equipment
• Threads feedstock from reel through slitter and secures on rewinder
• Observes machine operation and examines rolls for flatness, holes, surface and other defects
• Measures dimensions of rolls using tape measure, gauge, template, ruler and square, for conformance to specification
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), one to three years of experience preferred
• Ability to work at a fast pace
• Ability to multi task and read production tickets
• Ability to perform math calculations including fractions
• Must be able to read tape measure, including micrometers
• Must be computer literate
• Must be dedicated to continuous improvement
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, bend, stretch, or stand for extended periods of time

Transcendia is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.