Slitter Machine Operator

Role & Responsibilities: Set up, operate and tend paper slitter machine that converts large rolls of crepe paper into individual crepe streamers. Candidate should be willing and able to follow directions and be able to work independently. This position must maintain all quality and safety standards at all times. Other duties as assigned by management.

Summary of Job Duties:

• Set up, operate and tend slitter that cuts crepe paper.
• Lay down rolls of creped tissue onto the unwinder of the slitter machine.
• Thread creped tissue through the slitter.
• Remove finished rolls and roll shaft from machine and unload paper from shaft onto trough conveyor.
• Measure roll length and diameter once an hour and document.
• Maintain a full glue tank.
• Keep slitter machine clean and free of paper.
• Ensure work area is clean and orderly at the end of every shift.
• Understand risks associated with the activities that have a direct effect on the safety, quality, and legality of the product.

List of Essential Requirements:

• Ability to use measurement equipment for quality verifications.
• Ability to stand and bend up to 8 hours a day.
• Ability to extend arms below shoulder level.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry from 20-30 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull paper from machine shaft.

Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: Seaman Paper is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, use a keyboard, use a telephone and climb stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The employee must have the ability to drive a vehicle as needed.