FINISHING OPERATOR (SLITTER)

Smyth Companies • Mundelein, IL

2d • $19 - $22

About The Position

Smyth-Chicago is seeking candidates who take pride in what they do, love being part of something great, enjoy learning, and creating new opportunities for our customers. From big moments to everyday moments, you get the opportunity to make a difference. Come DEVELOP AND GROW your career with us!

As a Finishing Operator (Slitter) and member of the Manufacturing Department Team you will help bring our customers' package labels to life, enabling them to stand out over the competition, and create a customer experience that is second to none. Imagine walking through stores and seeing our labels on your favorite products and brands!

Compensation for Finishing Operator (Slitter) will be based on the skills and experiences you bring to Smyth

SHIFT AVAILABLE:
4:00am-2:20pm, Monday through Thursday (40 hours)

2:20pm - 12:20am Monday through Thursday (40 hours)

Overtime is paid after 40 hours; typical OT available is at least one shift per month

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; computer skills/knowledge
• Can perform heavy work, lifting up to 100 pounds, frequent pushing and pulling heavy items, often lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 100 pounds
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in the English language
• Attention to detail, effective time management, and multi-tasking skills to meet deadlines on multiple long and short-term projects simultaneously
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, as well as read a ruler
• Self-motivation, being able to work with little supervision at times
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with a diverse group of people and personalities
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service, responding promptly and thoroughly to the inquiries and needs of individuals both internal and external to the organization

Nice To Haves

• Ability and willingness to learn and master new skills.
• Experience working with lean manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Setting up, running, and maintaining a Wide Web (60”) Slitting Machine in an efficient and timely manner
• Carefully and thoroughly inspecting completed label material for errors and defects
• Identifying, recommending, and implementing areas for Lean improvement/modification
• Performing work based on slitting instructions and priorities assigned by the Manufacturing Department Supervisor.
• Preparing and maintaining appropriate documentation for assigned slitting tasks
• Performing preventative maintenance tasks to ensure the reliability slitting equipment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees