Senior Slitter Operator

Multi-Color Corporation Recruiting • York, PA

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About The Position

The Senior Operator is the Finishing Department’s technical expert and primary resource for equipment operation, process execution, quality compliance, and operator development. The role provides hands-on support to Operators, assists with troubleshooting, reinforces standard work, and helps maintain efficient production flow. The Senior Operator supports the Finishing Lead by executing established priorities, training team members, promoting safe work practices, and ensuring production activities meet customer, quality, and operational requirements. The position provides guidance and technical direction to Operators, while labor allocation, departmental prioritization, and overall shift performance remain the Finishing Lead’s responsibility.

The Senior Operator serves as a critical extension of the Finishing Lead, supporting daily operational excellence, quality compliance, workforce development, and efficient execution of production priorities. The position also serves as the Finishing Lead’s backup during absences, meetings, vacations, or when the Lead is not present on the production floor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated expertise in finishing equipment, production processes, and quality requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to train and coach employees effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with manufacturing systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, job tickets, and production schedules.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience in a finishing, printing, packaging, or related production environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for finishing equipment, processes, quality requirements, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide hands-on support to Operators with machine setup, operation, changeovers, and troubleshooting.
• Help resolve machine, process, and quality issues to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Execute production and rework priorities established by the Finishing Lead.
• Identify opportunities to improve machine performance, workflow efficiency, and operational effectiveness.
• Operate equipment as needed to support shipment and customer service requirements.
• Train and coach Operators on equipment operation, quality standards, safety procedures, and best practices.
• Reinforce standardized work instructions and adherence to established procedures.
• Mentor new employees and support onboarding activities.
• Assist with developing operator technical skills and versatility through cross-training.
• Support Trainers and share technical knowledge to improve workforce capability.
• Perform skid sign-offs and verify completion of required production documentation.
• Ensure line clearance procedures are completed and documented.
• Promote compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, and company procedures.
• Identify quality concerns and escalate issues appropriately.
• Support corrective action activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate and promote safe work practices.
• Review completion of 6S activities in assigned work areas and maintain a clean, organized, audit-ready environment.
• Escalate housekeeping or safety concerns to the Finishing Lead.
• Maintain production records, forms, logs, and departmental documentation, and ensure operational materials and documentation are available and organized.
• Support audits, verification activities, and departmental record reviews.
• Answer Operators’ technical questions and provide guidance on equipment and processes.
• Support shift handoffs by communicating equipment status, production issues, and quality concerns.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and effective communication throughout the department.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and departmental initiatives.
• Serve as backup for the Finishing Lead during absences, meetings, vacations, or when the Lead is not present on the production floor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience, plus shift differential.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED