Slit Machine Operator

Summary /Objective
Prepares, runs, and maintains slit machine equipment and prepares paper rolls used as coupons and advertisements on the backside of register receipts for shipment to customers.   

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ensure operation of slit equipment by following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions.


• Feed rolls through machine cylinders and adjust equipment controls as necessary.


• Collect and inspect random samples during slit runs to identify any needed adjustments.


• Assist with the preparation of shipping materials and resources; ensure proper procedures are followed during slit and shipping processes.


• Expedite the prompt resolution of employee, vendor and customer problems, questions, concerns, and discrepancies.  Notifies the appropriate personnel of situations that are beyond the scope of responsibility level. 


• Participate in a wide variety of special projects.


• Communicate with co-workers, management, clients and others in a courteous and professional manner.


• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Work Environment/Physical Demands

This job operates in a manufacturing environment, with exposure to chemicals and materials related to printer press operation. This role routinely uses standard production and mechanized equipment such as slit machines, hand tools, fork trucks, etc. This job requires employees to maintain a physical condition capable of bending, twisting, standing and walking for long periods, and lifting items up to 75 lbs. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full time or part time position. This position is assigned either a day or evening shift. Overtime and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Skills, Abilities, and Competencies Necessary

• Ethical Conduct

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  Visual Detail


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  Time Management


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  Independent Decision Making


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  Communication Proficiency

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent-Equivalent work experience may substitute for educational requirements

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience in manufacturing or Point of Sale industry

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

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  Must submit pre-employment drug and background check authorization

AAP/EEO Statement

Smith Management and Consulting provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.  Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics.  Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.