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Job DetailsJob Location: New Hartford, CT 06057Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DaySUMMARY OF POSITION

The Slitter Operator sets up and operates a manual slitter and/or automatic slitter and associated packing lines. This position follows safety rules and work instructions while fulfilling shop floor work orders to achieve consistent quality of slit products; maintains production records on simple forms; troubleshooting and problem-solving; and participates in activities designed to improve quality or lower manufacturing costs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Sets up and operates slitter according to established procedures
Maintain safety, housekeeping, and preventive maintenance programs
Ensure finishing equipment is working correctly, troubleshoot, perform safety inspects and complete required documentation, perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment, and initiate work orders for repairs
Instruct trainees in all phases of slitter operation and record keeping
Read simple measurements, gauges, and meters
Record output results on required documents and/or into computer
Perform yardage checks, record results, and set slitter yardage counter
Read tags to ensure that proper materials are retrieved/used
Issue hold tags; send samples to lab
Ensure correct materials and supplies are retrieved for optimum quality
Maintain manual and/or electronic production records
Perform equipment change-over and splices
Perform data-entry on SAP
Participate in S4 continuous improvement team meetings and projects
Apply S4 concepts to work cells
Communicate any equipment problems and maintenance issues from shift
Apply all safety rules when entering the manufacturing facility

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Ability to be follow detailed instructions accurately, work independently, and a team player
Excellent manual dexterity and organizational skills
Knowledge of production schedules, basic math skills, computer skills, and data entry

Ability to make length measurements, read gauges and meters

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

Ability to position and lift 50 - 100 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, lift, bend, & stoop when required and stand for extended periods

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our manufacturing facilities are built with a strong commitment to safety, efficiency and a collaborative work environment. We operate with a focus on being “Safe to the Core,” aligning to the highest safety standards for all employees to ensure they can perform hands-on tasks with confidence, especially when handling materials and operating machinery and equipment. Working in organized shifts, our manufacturing employees are critical to our growth and success, which is why we prioritize and emphasize teamwork, a strong work ethic and a positive attitude toward continuous improvement.