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Slitter Operator Assistant (UPK)


Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 20 October 2026 (8 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 17 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

A Slitter Operator Assistant supports the operator in the operation of the slitting machine. This role is responsible by assisting with set-up material loading quality checks and maintaining a clean and safe work area ensuring production runs and meeting requiring specifications.

DESCRIPTION

  • Ensure all parameters of Safety Food Safety and Quality. Organize and manage resources monitor progress identify risks and mitigation.
  • Immediately report to supervisor any incident and unsafe condition.
  • Load and unload rolls onto the slitter machine.
  • Inspecting the slit material for defects like tears wrinkles or inconsistencies and reporting any issues to the operator.
  • Cutting rolls rewinding slit rolls applying labels with correct product details and finished rolls for storage.
  • Ensure proper storage and organization of materials.
  • Removing and disposing of scrap material.
  • Provides direct support to production operators helping to resolve issues and maintain workflow efficiency.
  • Responsible for plant sanitation and monitoring action plans to maintain sound GMPs and orderly housekeeping.
  • Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

COMPETENCIES

  • Able to interact and communicate with others must be a team player.
  • Must be flexible to the demands of production.
  • Dependable and Punctual.
  • Mechanical ability to run equipment and use small hand tools.
  • Basic math and measuring ability.
  • Analytic abilities.
  • Mental alertness to identify and react to machine process quality and safety issues.
  • Ability to be organized multitask and keep up in a fast-paced environment.
  • Be able to read and write.
  • Knowledge of FSSC 22000:2005.
  • Must be knowledgeable of GMPs and HACCP.
  • Ability to be organized multitask and keep up in a fast-paced environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes materials and equipment.
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Bilingual is a plus.

EXPERIENCE

  • Preferred experience working in plastic manufacturing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to stand for long periods lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks.
  • Ability to operate basic tools and measuring devices (tape measure scale etc.).
  • Ability to read write and speak in English to effectively communicate and interpret instructions.
  • Ability of repetitive reaching bending pushing pulling kneeling and carrying going up and down ladders/steps.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Work is performed primarily on the manufacturing floor which may involve exposure to loud noises machinery high temperatures and chemicals.
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.


Required Experience:

Junior IC


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