Slitting Machine Operator

StickerGiant is an Ecommerce business that manufactures high-quality stickers and labels, providing fast turnaround, and excellent customer service. Our mission is to create a good company to work for which leads to happy, healthy Giants. We are guided by our values; All In, Grow & Learn, Positive Energy. We value and embrace the diversity of identities, experiences, thoughts, needs, and approaches. We communicate frequently and transparently which allows our employees to see, experience, and take ownership of our shared success together. 

The Slitter Operator serves as one of the final stages of manufacturing for stickers and labels finished on a roll prior to the packaging and shipping stages of customer orders. At times, you may be required to operate other manufacturing machinery and equipment (e.g. shrink wrap machine, rewind and packaging/shipping station). Speed, accuracy and quality are your passions, but especially your ability to support the team and adapt to changes in order volume. Being a supportive member of a team and being “All In” come naturally to you.    

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Operate a Slitting Machine including calibration, setup and daily cleaning 
• Interpret job order details in order to properly set machine and finish rolls to customer specifications 
• Prepare shipping packets if the order is complete and support shipping team with daily product workflow 
• Perform quality control inspections and remove defective items  
• Offer ideas for continuous improvement within the manufacturing process 
• Cross-train on other printing machinery as needed and develop the capacity to support other team members in manufacturing 
• Maintain a clean, tidy workstation at all times 
• Cross-collaboration with other teams and departments 
• Help prioritize workflow to ensure optimal daily efficiency and productivity 
• Check all job order notes and ensure all jobs ship complete and accurate 
• Personnel must have knowledge of setting the machine up including tensions, knives and slitters 
• Personnel must be able to figure out labels per rolls, max diameters and understand the concept of final wind directions 
• The rewinders are also responsible for the packing of the finished product into totes 

• Personnel must check the paperwork and printed product to make sure every item is correct and in order 
• Meet with the Seniorand review the daily schedule so as to understand what is expected for the day, balance for the week and anything pending 
• Operators should review the job they are running to make sure they have everything that is required 
• Check the paperwork to make sure all information is correct 
• See if the order requires any special customer requirements 
• Once the job is complete, finish all paperwork that is required 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY  

• Completion of High School education or equivalent 
• Aptitude for mechanical operation and basic math skills 
• Adhere to all safety procedures 
• Superb attention to detail and product quality 
• Excellent attendance and punctuality - accurately record work time on a daily basis 
• Interest and ability to grow professionally with support from StickerGiant 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Able to stand for up to 8 hours per shift with occasional sitting to complete paperwork 
• Visual acuity at short distances - able to detect variances in orders and cut marks 
• Ability to read and interpret order sheets and other documents 
• Able to lift 10 lbs. continuously and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs. 

• Occasional stooping 
• Frequent bending and overhead reaching 
• Frequent walking 
• Fine hand manipulation, grasping and gripping 

POSITION SCHEDULE DETAILS 

• Full-time (40 hours/week)  
• Monday - Friday 
• 1st Shift hours 

• Tuesday through Friday 
• 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM  

• Overtime is NOT required but is available upon request 
• This position will require in-person/on-site work, please inquire 
• Pay Range: $18.00 - $18.50 /hour 

BENEFITS & PERKS 

• Core Benefits: 

• Health, dental, vision offered at reduced rates. Options for PPO or High Deductible for health coverage.  
• High-deductible health plan enrollees will receive an annual company contribution towards your HSA: $600 per employee, and an additional $400 for enrolled dependent(s) 
• Life insurance and short-term disability insurance covered at 100% 
• Voluntary benefits include accident & critical illness, long-term disability, identity theft insurance  

• Paid TimeOff: 2 weeks vacation + holidays + floating holidays + 6 sick days 
• PaidLeave: Paid maternity leave for employees who qualify for FMLA, as well as parental leave 
• 401(k): StickerGiant contributes 5% as follows: a guaranteed 3% contribution + additional match up to 2% of your contribution 
• ProfessionalDevelopment: We provide opportunities for attending conferences, obtaining and/or renewing certifications, and participating in workshops and will tailor-make your career development plan with you 

We care a great deal about creating an environment where all Giants can bring their whole selves to work and to provide all candidates with an equitable, inclusive and accessible recruitment process in alignment with our values. At StickerGiant, we provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, race, national origin, citizenship status, political opinion, social group, ethnic origin, marital status, union affiliation, union sympathy, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all conditions of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. If you prefer accommodation during the recruiting process, or you have feedback about your candidate experience at StickerGiant, please contact the Director of People+Culture.