Slitter Operator: Precision Materials Production

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Shelbyville, KY is seeking a Slitter Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will set up and run slitting machines, adjust settings, and inspect materials to meet exact specifications.

The role requires attention to detail, problem-solving, and strong teamwork with quality control and production staff. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and familiarity with reading technical drawings or specifications.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical skills: Knowledge of slitter machine operations; ability to read technical drawings and specifications.
• Attention to detail: Precision in cutting and inspection.
• Problem-solving: Troubleshoot machine issues and make adjustments.
• Communication and teamwork: Collaborate with quality control and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Operate slitting machines to cut materials per job specs.
• Adjust speed, tension, blade positioning and other settings for accurate cuts.
• Load materials, thread through the slitter, and remove finished rolls.
• Inspect materials before and after slitting for defects.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment to minimize downtime.
• Record production data and deviations for QA and inventory.
• Follow safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Slitter operations

Technical drawings

Material handling

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Shelbyville, KY is seeking a Slitter Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will set up and run slitting machines, adjust settings, and inspect materials to meet exact specifications.

The role requires attention to detail, problem-solving, and strong teamwork with quality control and production staff. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and familiarity with reading technical drawings or specifications.