About this role
Job Summary
The Slitter Operator is responsible for the slitting/rewinding, inspection and data collection of finished product being sent to Finished Goods, while consistently meeting Company demands and specifications.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Ensure daily activities are conducted at all times in a safe and proper manner.
2. Working overtime as workload, personnel schedules or Customer demands suggest.
3. Assist in maintaining the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
4. Assist in organizing and maintaining supply inventories related to the finishing department.
5. Set up equipment, or review previous shifts set up, based on job specifications, to meet appropriate requirements of the finished label.
6. Monitor and maintain a quality inventory of top and bottom knives and spacers. Notify the Supervisor as parts need repair/replacement.
7. Perform quality checks prior to production and monitor print quality during production. Isolate, as required, product that does not meet Company and Customer standards.
8. Provide quality Customer samples as required.
9. Work in conjunction with assistants to ensure timely staging of work as well as efficient handling of finished rolls.
10. Understand all related aspects of the management information system to ensure paperwork, records, documents, etc. are accurate and all required information is entered timely and accurately into the management information system and/or on approved forms.
11. Work in conjunction with Scheduling Coordinator to accurately track, enter and verify daily jobs completed quantities.
12. Ensure product is labeled according to Customer specifications and requirements, and meets Customer and Company standards for quality.
13. Work in conjunction with Scheduling Coordinator to schedule jobs to meet Customer demands while maintaining efficiencies of production.
14. Develop and maintain positive employee relations and ensure open lines of communications with employees and managers.
15. Proactively suggest new and better methods to improve departments’ daily activities.
16. Communicate daily with the Supervisor on matters of importance which could negatively impact quality, cost, safety, or employee morale.
17. Communicate daily with the Scheduling Coordinator to ensure we are meeting delivery expectations of the Customer.
18. Ability to effectively use and understand all material handling equipment.
19. Ensure accurate verification, monitoring and organization of daily finished goods from the Finishing Department and long-term Finished Goods Inventories, in conjunction with the Scheduling Department.
20. Assist in development of written procedures.
21. Assist in preventive maintenance, as required, on a daily, weekly, monthly and annual basis.
22. Consistently perform all pre-determined required daily duties as outlined by the Company, the Supervisor and the Plant Manager.
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About Latitude Inc
Company Summary
Latitude is a Human Resource Consulting Firm headquartered in Hanover, MD with an office in Winter Park, FL. Latitude provides consulting services to a wide range of industries (Technology, Engineering, Scientific, Communications) in both the Private and Public Sectors. We are a contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement personnel agency providing clients with skilled professional employees of all skill levels.
Latitude provides its services to businesses in the Beltway Corridor, Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia regions. However, we are not limited to these areas as we will work with Nationwide Clients. As a company, Latitude differs from other temporary and permanent placement agencies because of the experience of it's owners and the talent and professionalism of it's employees.
With 30 plus years of experience, Latitude's Management team understands what is required to service the needs of the most complex clients and organizations. Our recruiters and consultants are chosen based on their experience and track records within the industry. This commitment to excellence will ensure successful results and most importantly cost efficiency for our client.
Latitude provides each of the following services for all clients and tailors these services to the particular needs of the client.
• Individualized recruiting and reference checking
• Skills evaluation and preliminary interviewing for each employee
• In person screening prior to client interview
• Background checks and drug tests at client request
• Software and technical testing
What you'll do
- The Slitter Operator is responsible for slitting/rewinding, inspecting, and collecting data on finished products. They must ensure quality standards are met and assist in maintaining a clean and organized work area.
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