Slitter Rewinder Operator — Medical Packaging

Technipaq- Crystal Lake Facility; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid sick time

Paid vacation

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Technipaq Crystal Lake Facility in Cary, IL is seeking a diligent machine operator to transform large master rolls into precise cut roll stock for press, lamination and pouch lines. You will set up, operate a slitter/rewinder, verify dimensions to 1/16 inch and keep production moving safely and efficiently.

You’ll handle very large rolls with powered assist equipment, perform changeovers, basic maintenance, and support adjacent departments with in‑spec material.

Qualifications

• 1+ year as a machine operator or 2+ years of complex mechanical work.
• Must be 18+ and able to pass a ruler test to 1/16 inch.
• Stamina to stand and walk for full shift; able to lift up to 65 lbs and move large rolls.
• Proficient in mechanical troubleshooting and basic maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate slitting equipment to convert laminated materials into specified widths/lengths.
• Support press, lamination, and pouch departments with on-time, in-spec rolls.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading ruler assessments

Physical stamina

Height/weight handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Slitter/rewinder equipment

Measurement gauges

Job description

A day in this roleYou arrive ready to transform large master rolls into precisely cut, ready-to-run roll stock that powers our press, lamination, and pouch operations — and fulfills customer roll stock orders. You’ll set up and operate a slitter/rewinder, verify measurements down to 1/16 of an inch, monitor quality, and keep material flowing safely and efficiently. You’ll move very large rolls with powered assist equipment, solve mechanical hiccups on the fly, and keep detailed attention on accuracy, cleanliness, and throughput.Schedule (Cary location)1st Shift: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm, Monday–Friday2nd Shift: 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm, Monday–FridayWhat you’ll handleOperate slitting equipment to convert laminated materials into specified widths and lengthsSupport press, lamination, and pouch departments with on-time, in-spec rolls; prepare customer roll stockSet blades, tensions, and guides; perform changeovers and basic maintenanceUse a standard ruler and gauges to confirm dimensions to 1/16 inchMove multi-hundred-pound rolls with equipment; keep work area organized and safeTroubleshoot mechanical issues and keep production on trackWhat you bring1+ year as a machine operator OR 2+ years of complex hands-on mechanical work (e.g., rebuilding engines, taking machines apart and reassembling)Age 18+ and able to pass reading and ruler assessments (pre-employment ruler test to 1/16 inch)Stamina to stand and walk for the full shiftFit to lift up to 65 lbs, and to push/pull and maneuver very large rolls with assist equipment dailyAble to squat, bend, crouch, and kneel; comfortable around chemicals and occasional strong odorsProficient mechanical troubleshooting skillsNice to havePrior ISO environment experience in manufacturing or light industrial settingsBackground in lamination, packaging, or pharmaceutical industries (preferred, not required)TrainingWe will train motivated candidates to master our processes and standards.Why TechnipaqTechnipaq is a family-run organization serving the medical device and pharmaceutical packaging markets since 1984. From a single machine, we’ve grown to more than 100,000 square feet across three manufacturing and warehouse facilities with 180+ team members. Our in-house capabilities include laminating, slitting, sheeting, die cutting, fabricating, and flexographic printing to produce pouches, lids, and roll stock in a range of sizes using foil, film, Tyvek, and paper laminates.BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision coveragePaid sick time and vacation401(k) with company matchPaid holidays