Slitter Operator-Day Shift

Pregis•Conover, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Slitter Operator sets up and operates slitting machinery to cut rolls of Protective Film to documented specifications, and winds or rewinds material as needed. The role supports safe, high-quality, efficient production while minimizing cost, energy use, and waste in a team-based environment. The position is based at the Conover, North Carolina facility and reports to the Shift Supervisor. This is a full-time, hourly position on the day shift, working 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on a 2-2-3 schedule. Overtime may be needed based on business needs. Starting pay is $20–$21 per hour, with opportunities for career growth and potential wages of up to $32 per hour as employees advance within Pregis.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least 1 year of experience operating production or converting equipment in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to quantify results, identify new opportunities, adapt to change, and interface with all levels of management.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in slitting operations.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
SAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

Support the facility’s Environmental Health and Safety efforts by following current policies and procedures and helping improve EHS performance.
Set up and operate slitter machines to meet efficiency, quality, and order specifications.
Space rotary slitter knives or razor blades on the machine shaft or holding device according to specified widths and secure them in position.
Maintain visual workplace standards.
Complete required paperwork, including visual check sheets and run condition sheets.
Monitor and maintain product quality by checking for defects.
Safely operate jib hoists and pallet jacks.
Meet established production goals.
Enter production data in SAP.
Participate in Continuous Improvement, Safety, and Quality initiatives.
Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Understand and support the PF&C Quality Policy and Quality Objectives.
Contribute to continual improvement of PF&C’s Quality Management System by following written policies, procedures, and work instructions and providing constructive feedback, input, and suggestions.