Finishing Operator

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Reviews orders (color, label, width, length) to meet customer needs.
• Setting up machines with the correct settings and tension for each order.
• Inspecting materials and ensuring proper conversion based on the order.
• Utilize an overhead crane to carefully lift and transport product from designated carts to designated machines.
• Operating finishing machines to precisely spool, slit, rewind, or cut jumbo stock.
• Pooling material from and to designated stock locations.
• Change blades on machines and thread through spooling components.
• Splices product rolls by identifying and removing defective sections with a knife. Ensures a clean splice using tape and rethreads if necessary.
• Reporting any issues with finishing orders to the appropriate supervisors.
• Entering all finishing information accurately into SAP using the correct scrap codes.
• Managing off-cuts efficiently according to company procedures.
• Collaborating with material handlers to minimize downtime.
• Inspecting and certifying all outgoing rolls to guarantee customer satisfaction.
• utilize forklift as needed depending on location.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication: Collaborate clearly with team members.
• Math skills: Utilize basic math skills for tasks like interpreting production specifications.
• Quality control: Possess a keen eye for detail.
• Safety compliance: Follow safe knife and blade techniques.
• Physical abilities: Meet the physical demands of the role, including static pull strength of 84 lbs., push 60 lbs., lift 50-100 lbs., and finger dexterity.
• Mobility: The role requires extended periods of sitting and standing. Climbing may be required depending on the machine being used.
• Technical skills: Possess basic computer skills.
• Continuous improvement: Maintain a process optimization mindset.

Experience and Education

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge on reading tape measure.
• Basic and intermediate math skills.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift is a Plus
• Familiarity with SAP/Microsoft Office