Slitting Operator

Wieland•Waterbury, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Wieland is hiring a Slitting Operator. The Slitter Operator will be responsible for setting up and operating slitter machines and continually monitoring materials and machine parameters to assure compliance with safety and customer specifications. The ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined. This role is located in Waterbury, CT, and will be fully on-site. Hourly Pay Range: $29.30/hr - $30.30/hr. Work Schedule: 1st Shift - 7:00 am - 3:00 pm. Pay Schedule: Weekly. At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good-faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include, but are not limited to, years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.

Requirements

Ability to read and write English.
Ability to maintain production records and logs.
Employment record reflecting reliability. Above average attendance.
3-5 years’ experience running coil slitters or other related machinery.
Ability to perform industrial math, addition, and subtraction.
Familiarity with the use of micrometers and calipers.
Excellent decision-making skills and organizational ability.
Mechanically inclined, comfort level with using small hand tools.
High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Responsibilities

Comply with all safety rules and regulations.
Follow PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and JSP (Job Safety Practice) documents.
Read, understand, and follow all work instructions specific to the equipment.
Detect and report faulty operations, improper material, and unusual conditions.
Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Set up and operate slitter machines. Continually monitor material and machine parameters to assure compliance with specifications.
Use electronic contact and non-contact gauges, indicators, and controls to operate machine and check product.
Check material for proper gauge, surface finish, or other properties and communicate with metrology lab to ensure product meets appropriate specifications.
Move material to and from machine using forklifts, transporters, cranes, pallet jacks.
Direct the work of one or more operators to maximize machine uptime, quality, and productivity.
Operate rewind equipment, core cutter, saws, etc.
Perform light maintenance on machines, such as changing and cleaning work rolls, intermediate rolls, and bearings.
Perform other similar or related duties or flex to other areas of the plant as required.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Life
401(k) contribution + match
Paid Vacation
Holidays
Wellness Programs (eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions)
Sustainability initiatives