Slitting Operator

ePac Holdings, LLC Miami, Florida, United States Accounting/Finance

About this position

ePac Flexible Packaging has locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Australia. Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy.

https://epacflexibles.com/



BENEFITS 

This role offers a competitive hourly rate starting at $19 / hour based on skills and experience, with a generous leave and benefits package. Benefits package includes:

  • 3 Medical Options
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Employer paid Short and Long term disability
  • 401K with employer match
  • 120 hours Paid Time off
  • Potential for profit sharing
  • Paid holidays
  • and more!


SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Slitting Operator is responsible for setting up the machine, running production of the slitter, cleaning of the slitter and all maintenance on the slitting machines. This position is responsible for operating machines to slit continuous lengths of laminated film into specified widths that meet your customer quality specifications.  This role would also be responsible for packing off the slitter for shipping, when required.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Identifies and ensures that proper materials are used for production
  • Manages pre-run testing of the material to ensure the correct coding weights and bond strength are applied and completes proper checking of production and material
  • Runs the proper amount of material/footage to the job order
  • Cleans the slitter daily; organizes machine and material parts during closing operations
  • Spaces rotary blades on machine shaft, according to width specified on slitting work order.
  • Completes required documentation accurately and timely.
  • Meets or exceeds prescribed job standard for line speeds, scrap and set-up times.
  • Review work instructions and procedures that are applicable to the position.


NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Performs other duties as assigned 


JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Ability to read rulers, gauges and micrometer
  • Must have outstanding troubleshooting skills 
  • Ability to complete production related documentation on both computer and paper forms 
  • Ability to work additional overtime if required to get the job tasks completed 


EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

  • 2-3 years of experience in production, slitting and printing setting preferred, but not required.
  • High school diploma preferred


WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is around, moving mechanical parts and vibration
  • ePac believes in a collaborative and cross trained workforce and encourages all employees to learn all facets of production. This role will have the ability to learn and train on operational functions throughout the plants.


ePac is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EEO Poster