Windup Operator

“CFM Global is a manufacturer of innovative new filtration products for HVAC and industrial spray booth applications. Our history has changed the paradigm of the filter market. Our future will do the same.”

CFM Global offers affordable medical insurance, Dental and Vision included (when opting in for Medical Insurance), 25% matching 401(k) plan, short term and long-term disability plans, a $25,000 in life insurance policy at no cost to you, with options to increase your plan. Spouse and Child life insurance are also elective options. And a boot allowance.

Job Summary:

The Windup Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring the windup process in a manufacturing or production environment. This role includes ensuring proper alignment and tension of material, managing slitting operations, conducting accurate measurements, and handling the end-to-end process of winding material onto cores. The Windup Operator plays a critical role in maintaining efficiency, quality control, and safety during production runs.

Key Responsibilities:

Windup Setup & Operation:

• Scan and input necessary roll data, including QR codes, mat numbers, and cut widths.
• Set slitter blades to match the appropriate cut widths for the run.
• Set mat and roll lengths, ensuring correct calculations.
• Prepare cores by cutting the correct number and ensuring they are properly lubricated and coated with adhesive.
• Place cores onto the mandrels in the proper order, adhering to slitter guidelines.
• Hook the rope to the oven, guide it through the accumulator, and feed it through the rollers and windup system.
• Operate the windup line in both manual and automatic modes, ensuring correct tension and material feed.

Running Production:

• Ensure material is fed evenly and at the proper tension to prevent strain or bunching.
• Monitor and adjust manual settings to ensure smooth winding of material onto the cores.
• Switch to auto mode once the slit widths align with the cut plate, ensuring correct batch and packing operations.
• Stage and prepare new mandrels and cores as necessary, applying adhesive and aligning them with the correct slit widths.
• Monitor and adjust winding operations, making sure material is rolled evenly and properly onto the cores.
• Capture the correct roll lengths and print weight tickets at the appropriate stages.

Ticketing & Documentation:

• Weigh the rolls and trim twice, ensuring accuracy in the weight and documentation of scrap rolls.
• Attach printed weight tickets to rolls, ensuring proper labeling and tracking of good and scrap materials.
• Record scrap rolls and provide necessary documentation to the Operations Manager for proper tracking.
• Change mat numbers in the system and manage roll-related data efficiently.

Skein Management & Slitter Operation:

• Manage skein at the end of a mat by jumping slitter blades and ensuring product quality.
• Record the length of the roll once all material is wound, managing the transition between mats.
• Handle skein scrap appropriately and update the system with the correct weight and product data.

Safety & Compliance:

• Adhere to all safety protocols and ensure safe operation of all machinery and equipment.
• Follow industry standards and company procedures for handling materials, equipment, and waste.
• Ensure that all activities comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: Previous experience in manufacturing, production, or a related field is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret production data, operate complex machinery, and set up equipment to meet specific needs.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail when setting equipment, capturing measurements, and labeling materials.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot issues related to winding, material tension, and slitting.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, move, and stage rolls, cores, and materials, often requiring lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Communication Skills: Strong communication skills for reporting issues and collaborating with other team members and departments.
• Safety Conscious: Must follow strict safety protocols and ensure safe practices during the operation of all machinery.

Working Conditions:

• Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to noise, machinery, and varying temperatures.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18