Finishing Operator

KURZ TRANSFER PRODUCTS•Huntersville, NC

7d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The starting pay rate for this position is $19.00 per hour, with final compensation depending on relevant skills and experience, which may exceed the posted rate for highly qualified candidates. Roles assigned to 2nd Shift schedules are eligible for an additional hourly pay differential added on top of the standard base wage. As a Finishing Operator, you'll operate a finishing machines to inspect, spool, slit, rewind, and cut jumbo stock according to customer specifications. Your accuracy and attention to detail are crucial to ensuring our customers receive high-quality products on time.

Requirements

Effective communication: Collaborate clearly with team members
Math skills: Utilize basic math skills for tasks like interpreting production specifications
Quality control: Possess a keen eye for detail
Safety compliance: Follow safe knife and blade techniques.
Physical abilities: Meet the physical demands of the role, including static pull strength of 84 lbs., push 60 lbs., lift 50-100 lbs., and finger dexterity.
Mobility: The role requires extended periods of sitting and standing. Climbing may be required depending on the machine being used.
Technical skills: Possess basic computer skills.
Continuous improvement: Maintain a process optimization mindset.
High School Diploma or GED.
Knowledge on reading tape measure.
Basic and intermediate math skills.
Familiarity with SAP/Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience preferred.
Forklift is a Plus

Responsibilities

Reviews orders (color, label, width, length) to meet customer needs.
Setting up machines with the correct settings and tension for each order.
Inspecting materials and ensuring proper conversion based on the order.
Utilize an overhead crane to carefully lift and transport product from designated carts to designated machines.
Operating finishing machines to precisely spool, slit, rewind, or cut jumbo stock.
Pooling material from and to designated stock locations.
Change blades on machines and thread through spooling components.
Splices product rolls by identifying and removing defective sections with a knife.
Ensures a clean splice using tape and rethreads if necessary.
Reporting any issues with finishing orders to the appropriate supervisors.
Entering all finishing information accurately into SAP using the correct scrap codes.
Managing off-cuts efficiently according to company procedures.
Collaborating with material handlers to minimize downtime
Inspecting and certifying all outgoing rolls to guarantee customer satisfaction.
utilize forklift as needed depending on location
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive shift differential for all 2nd and 3rd shift positions.
Highly competitive base pay structures
Retirement benefit options (401k, 401k Match)
Comprehensive physical and mental healthcare coverage
Vision and Dental (company paid)
HSA/FSA option
Life Insurance (company paid base plan)
Paid holidays and paid time off benefits
Referral Program
Company Provided all PPA including but not limited protective eyewear and safety shoe allowances
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) for personal and professional support
Climate-controlled manufacturing and administrative facilities