Slitter Operator I

TOPPAN Packaging Americas; Elk Grove Township (IL); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is seeking a Slitter Operator for both day and night shifts in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. You will be responsible for operating slitting and roll handling equipment, ensuring compliance with customer specifications while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, mechanical aptitude, and experience in a manufacturing environment. The position offers benefits like medical coverage, a retirement plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience with pallet wrapping, forklifts, or material handling equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to read rulers and perform basic measurements.

Responsibilities

• Operate slitting and roll handling equipment to meet customer specifications.
• Perform quality checks before and after production runs.
• Communicate machine status and job details during shift changes.

Skills

Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Basic data entry and computer skills

Ability to read rulers and perform basic measurements

Comfortable using tools and measuring devices

Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience

Tools

Pallet wrapping

Forklifts

Material handling equipment

Job description

Position: Slitter Operator (Day Shift & Night Shift Available )

Location: Elk Grove Village

Shift: 5:45 AM – 6:15 PM OR 5:45 PM – 6:15 AM | 12-hour continental schedule (3 days one week, 4 days the next, off every other weekend)

Pay Rate: $21.74/hour ($2.00 shift differential if applicable)

Summary Description

The Slitter Operator I is responsible for operating slitting and roll handling equipment to meet customer specifications while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. This role supports production flow through machine operation, material handling, and quality verification.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Set up and operate core cutting and roll wrapping equipment
• Cut cores to required sizes and ensure proper supply for slitting jobs
• Weigh, label, and wrap finished rolls per job specifications
• Palletize finished rolls and move them to the finished goods area
• Perform quality checks before and after production runs
• Review customer specifications and ensure compliance
• Conduct final inspections of finished rolls
• Follow GMPs, SOPs, 5S, and DTM procedures
• Perform data entry in Shop Floor and Quality systems
• Communicate machine status and job details during shift changes
• Assist with preventative maintenance as scheduled
• Issue work orders for equipment or repair needs
• Follow all food safety and allergen control requirements
• Report safety concerns, incidents, and quality issues immediately
• Provide break relief coverage for Slitter Operators
• Support other shifts or departments as needed
• Participate in Global Performance System (GPS) activities

We’d Love to Hear From You If

• You have experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (preferred)
• You can read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• You have basic data entry and computer skills
• You are comfortable using tools and measuring devices (standard and metric)
• You have experience with pallet wrapping, forklifts, or material handling equipment
• You can operate or are willing to learn overhead hoist systems
• You are reliable and able to work 12-hour shifts

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Ability to read rulers and perform basic measurements
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork

Benefits

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.