Winder Operator

Amrize • Williamsport, MD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Winder Operator operates and monitors winder and wrapping table functions to manufacture roofing products. The role maintains finished-product roll lengths according to product specifications, monitors quality, makes machine adjustments, applies wrapping, verifies date and color, controls the glue system and production line speeds, communicates product issues, and helps keep the work area clean and safe. The operator reports production or equipment problems to the foreman or supervisor, assists maintenance and machine lacing when needed, and performs other tasks as assigned.

The role is performed in a warehouse and factory environment. Work involves regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, extreme hot and cold temperatures, and loud noise, with occasional exposure to other listed workplace hazards. The operator may need to work outside normal business hours and must follow safety protocols and use approved PPE, including respirators when required. Respirator users must be clean-shaven where the respirator seal meets the face to pass fit tests.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education or experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to gather and record necessary information, follow through on assigned tasks, and identify and correct problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under high-pressure situations.
• Tolerance for repetitive work in a fast-paced, high-production environment.
• Adhere to safety protocols and properly use approved personal protective equipment; employees required to wear respirators must be clean-shaven where the respirator seal meets the face to pass fit tests.
• Regularly stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms; occasionally sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk or hear.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• May need to differentiate colors and shades; distance vision and depth perception are required.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• General knowledge of machines and the production process is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Follow company policies, safety requirements, and personal protective equipment rules.
• Maintain, monitor, and control finished-product roll lengths according to the product specification guide.
• Monitor product quality and identify potential finished-product defects.
• Report problems and equipment issues that may inhibit production of prime product to the immediate foreman and/or supervisor.
• Make machine adjustments to ensure proper operation.
• Apply the wrap and ensure the correct date and color are present.
• Maintain, monitor, and control the glue system.
• Maintain and control production line speeds as required.
• Communicate product issues with the coater/press operator.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Assist maintenance when necessary.
• Assist with machine lacing.
• Perform other tasks requested by the foreman or supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax retirement savings
• Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance
• Holistic health and well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave (maternity and paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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