Slitting Operator

Posted:
3/9/2026, 1:50:43 AM

Location(s):
Kentucky, United States ⋅ Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

Job Description

PURPOSE:   To foster an environment of learning and application.  Our commitment is to provide you with a real-life, meaningful experience where you will manage projects from start to finish.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Refer to FRANSOP-1001, EHS Expectations by Role Work from established procedures, written and/or verbal instructions. Perform set-ups and product changes. Operate and monitor slitter controls to ensure product is being run within specification. Observe slitter operation for quality product and make adjustments and minor repairs to correct any deficiencies. Coordinate all slitter operations with crewmembers and assist members when necessary. Cut and remove finished drums of tape and splice to a new drum. Use overhead hoist and upender to move drums of tape. Report all quality and maintenance problems to supervisor. Follow prescribed safety rules and performs all jobs in accordance with safety rules. Maintain necessary records. Move and order materials as necessary. Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition Perform other duties as required and directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED Previous manufacturing experience preferred Must have excellent attendance Maintain a safe work environment Must be able to work overtime as required Must be able to perform all duties in a safe and effective manner. Ability to read and write.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF JOB: 

1.             Operator must be able to assist in “set-ups” and “changeovers” of machines for various products.

2.             Operator must be able to load and unload spindles and rolls of tape from slitter. 

3.             Operator must be able to load tape drums and unload tape drums using overhead hoist system.

4.             Operator must be able to perform quality checks of product.

5.             Operator must be able to performing cleaning duties.

Standing:  (Constant) Operator must be able to stand to complete various duties associated with job functions such as performing set-ups and changeovers of machines, loading and unloading spindles, loading tape drums, performing quality checks and performing cleaning duties.

Walking:  (Frequent) Operator must be able to walk to complete various duties associated with essential job functions such as performing set-ups and changeovers of machines, loading and unloading spindles, loading tape drums, performing quality checks and performing cleaning duties.

Sitting:  (Occasional) Operator must be able to sit to perform various duties associated with essential job functions such as recording production data and attending training sessions.

Lifting:  (Frequent) Operator must be able to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds from a height of 40 inches to a shoulder height of up to 60 inches to complete various duties associated with essential job functions such as loading and unloading and unloading spindles.

Carrying:  (Frequent) Operator must be able to complete side and/or front carries with materials weighing up to 50 pounds for distances of up to 15 feet.

 Pushing/Pulling:   (Occasional) Operator must be able to generate push and pull forces of  <50 pounds to complete various tasks such as performing set-ups and changeovers of machines, loading and unloading spindles, loading tape drums, performing quality checks and performing cleaning duties.

Forward Bending:  (Frequent) Operator must be able to attain/maintain a forward flexed position of up to 60 degrees to complete various duties associated with essential job functions such as performing set-ups and changeovers of machines, loading and unloading spindles, loading tape drums, and performing cleaning duties.

Trunk Rotation: (Frequent) Operator must be able to rotate their trunk/torso left-right to complete various tasks associated with essential job functions such as performing set-ups and changeovers of machines, loading and unloading spindles, loading tape drums, and performing cleaning duties.

Reaching:  (Frequent) Operator must be able to forward reach to a shoulder level height of between 48-60 inches to complete various duties associated with essential job functions such as performing set-ups and changeovers, loading and unloading spindles, loading tape drums, performing quality checks and maintaining a clean workspace.

Manipulating/Handling/Gripping:  (Frequent) Operator must be able to complete gripping, pinching and manipulation of various parts and pieces of equipment utilized for the performance of essential job functions.  A grip force of to 50 pounds is necessary for the completion of tasks.

Climbing:  (Occasional) Operator must be able to climb to complete various duties associated with essential job functions.

Kneeling:  (Occasional) Operator must be able to kneel to complete various duties associated with essential job functions such as performing cleaning duties.

Crouching:  (Occasional) Operator must be able to crouch to complete various duties associated with essential job functions such as performing set-ups and changeovers, and performing cleaning duties.

Crawling: (Never)

Squatting:  (Occasional) Operator must be able to squat to complete various duties associated with essential job functions such as performing set-ups and changeovers, and performing cleaning duties.

Postural Balancing:  (Constant) Operator must be able to exhibit postural balance to complete various duties associated with essential job functions such as performing set-ups and changeovers of machines, loading and unloading spindles, loading tape drums, and performing cleaning duties.

Heavy Work (Level 4) as defined by the Dictionary of Occupational Titles.

SIGNIFICANT WORKSITE MEASUREMENTS:

Tools:                     weighing up to 10 pounds.

Materials:              weighing up to 50 pounds.

Steps/Ladders:     up to 7-12-inch step/rung heights.

TOOLS/EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM JOB:

Hand tools, knife, box cutter

June 2012 (Evaluator Jase Pinerola, PT, DPT, Kevin Winn CSCS; Employee Steve Braley)

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

  • Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
  • Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
  • Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
  • The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet.  More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.


Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.


To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook  I YouTube

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

  • Medical, dental and vision plans

  • Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location

  • Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location

  • Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program

  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

  • Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Retirement Savings Plan with company match

  • Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

  • Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

Amcor

Website: https://www.amcor.com/

Headquarter Location: Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1860

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt

Industries: Chemical ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Medical ⋅ Packaging Services ⋅ Supply Chain Management ⋅ Sustainability