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Celanese

Production Operator

Chester, VA · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

In this entry-level role into our production area, the successful candidate will: * Monitor and ... Provide overall assistance in slitting, stenter, and recovery areas; feeding cutters with cut-offs ...

Celanese Corporation

Production Operator

Chester, VA · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

In this entry-level role into our production area, the successful candidate will: * Monitor and ... Provide overall assistance in slitting, stenter, and recovery areas; feeding cutters with cut-offs ...

ATP NORTH AMERICA LLC

Slitting Operator

West Columbia, SC · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

... Slitting Operator to operate, monitor, and maintain slitting line equipment to ensure high-quality ... This position is essential to meeting production targets while maintaining strong safety, quality ...

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Slitting Department Operator

Darien, WI · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Accurately complete production paperwork, log data, and scan materials into production systems. Slitting Department Operator Essential Skills & Requirements: * Ability to stand for long periods, lift ...

nssco

$14 - $16.75/hr

Production Operator (6 am - 6 pm) Position Summary At Bayou Processing & Storage , we specialize in ... Key Responsibilities * Assist in the operation of slitting lines and other steel coil processing ...

PPC Flex

Slitting Operator

Payson, UT · On-site

We're looking for a Slitter Operator to run high-speed slitting/rewind equipment and ensure ... This role is the final checkpoint before product ships--attention to detail is everything. What You ...

Precoat Metals

Production Operator

La Porte, IN · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

The Production Operator role is a vital part to the overall operations to the plant. And the ... slitting, shipping, receiving, paint vault, and packaging. Want to take your career to the next ...

Precoat Metals

Production Operator

La Porte, IN · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

The Production Operator role is a vital part to the overall operations to the plant. And the ... slitting, shipping, receiving, paint vault, and packaging. Want to take your career to the next ...

Kelly Services

Machine Operator - Slitting

Lima, NY

$18/hr

Slitting Operator A Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Pay: $18.00 per hour Employment Type: Temp to Hire Job ... This role ensures product quality, accurate measurements, safe machine operation, and efficient ...

Kelly Services

Machine Operator - Slitting

Lima, NY · On-site

$18/hr

Slitting Operator A Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Pay: $18.00 per hour Employment Type: Temp to Hire Job ... This role ensures product quality, accurate measurements, safe machine operation, and efficient ...

North Shore Steel

Production Operator

Houston, TX · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Production Operator (6 am - 6 pm) Position Summary At Bayou Processing & Storage , we specialize in ... Key Responsibilities * Assist in the operation of slitting lines and other steel coil processing ...

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How much do slitting production operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for slitting production operator in the United States is $18.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is slitter operator hard?

The slitting production operator role involves operating machinery to cut large rolls of material into smaller widths, requiring attention to detail and safety awareness. While it can be physically demanding and requires understanding of equipment, it is generally considered manageable with proper training and experience. Skills such as mechanical aptitude and adherence to safety protocols are important for success in this job.

What does a slitting operator do?

A slitting operator is responsible for operating machinery that cuts large rolls of material, such as metal, paper, or plastic, into narrower strips according to specifications. They set up, monitor, and adjust the equipment to ensure precise cuts, often using tools like slitters and gauges, and follow safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.

How to become a slitter operator?

To become a slitter operator, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should gain experience operating slitting machines or similar equipment. Training is often provided on the job, and knowledge of safety procedures, mechanical skills, and attention to detail are important for success in this role.

What is the highest paying machine operator job?

The highest paying machine operator jobs are often found in specialized manufacturing sectors such as aerospace, oil and gas, or chemical processing, where operators may earn higher wages due to the complexity and safety requirements. Roles like CNC machine operators or those with advanced certifications and experience typically command higher salaries. Factors such as industry, location, and skill level influence earning potential for machine operators.
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Slitting Operator

SIG Combibloc

Northlake, IL • On-site

$20.50 - $24/hr

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Slitting Operator
Posting Start Date: 6/30/26
Main Location: Northlake,IL
Requisition ID: 53140
YOU MAY BE OUR NEW
Slitting Operator
SUMMARY OF ROLE
COMPENSATION: $20.50 - $24 /hr + Shift Differential Day shift ($1.50) & Night shift ($3.00) *12 hour shift Rotating Schedule - Days 7am-7pm & Nights 7pm-7am
LOCATION: Northlake, IL
Slitting Operator Level 2 responsible for setting up, operating, and optimizing slitting equipment to convert large rolls of packaging materials into precise widths. Ensures product quality, performs routine adjustments and troubleshooting, maintains safety standards, and supports production efficiency while assisting in training less experienced operators.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As an at-will employer, SIG/Scholle IPN serves the right to add to or modify this list to the extent it deems necessary.
  • Check machine settings and safety features before starting the machines, load materials, and start operations.
  • Learn and follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures for Slitting equipment.
  • Understanding different types of materials used in the Slitting process (e.g., plastic films, paper, foil, textiles) and how they behave during lamination
  • Operating machines that cut laminated materials into narrower strips or sizes according to customer specifications.
  • Ability to operate laminating equipment that applies Adhesive or Thermal to materials and bonds them together under heat and pressure
  • Understanding different slitting methods, including rotary slitting, razor slitting, or shear slitting, and selecting the appropriate method for the material being processed.
  • Ability to perform minor repairs or adjustments on machines, such as replacing blades, fixing jams, or realigning machinery
  • Ensure that the lamination and slitting processes are operating at the correct speed and efficiency.
  • Regularly inspecting slit materials for defects like wrinkles, gaps, or uneven thickness.
  • Start up and shut down of the assembly line and production equipment
  • Documenting the quality checks and production data, ensuring that quality standards are being maintained throughout the process and entered into the computer system
  • Ensuring that products meet customer specifications, including precise widths, bonding strength, and surface appearance
  • Follow up change over process to run different products
  • Load and unload material into the machine using hoists and mobile equipment such forklifts
  • Assist maintenance in troubleshooting and repairing during the mechanical downtime

YOU BRING THESE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
  • 2 -4 years of hands-on experience in Lamination and Slitting or a related manufacturing environment.
  • Fill out production paperwork as required.
  • Inspect materials to make sure they meet quality standards.
  • Thread film through the machine and check if it matches the required size and type.
  • Troubleshoot basic issues with the Slitter, like air pockets, folds, or wrinkles.
  • Adjust machine temperature, pressure, and speed as needed during the lamination process.
  • Cut off waste materials, trim, and roll laminated materials to meet machine and quality standards.
  • Observe operation of the Slitting process for surface and quality defects.

WE OFFER:
  • Generous Day 1 eligibility healthcare & life insurance for you and qualified dependents
  • 401K Retirement matching reimbursement
  • Vacation & PSL
  • Paid Holidays
  • Performance Bonus
  • And much more!

OUR PROMISE
SIG is the place for you to build something incredible. If you join us, you will be part of a globally successful international company, which is leading its industry in sustainability, technology, and more. We think of ourselves as the career launchpad - a place to develop yourself fast with real work, real experience, real opportunities to build skills. You will be part of a highly motivated and dynamic team, you will have personal development opportunities, trainings and coaching opportunities from senior team members. If you show skill and willingness to learn, we'll back you all the way.
ABOUT SIG
SIG is a leading provider of packaging systems and solutions for better. We work in partnership with our customers to bring food products to consumers around the world in a safe, sustainable, and affordable way. We are the only packaging system supplier covering carton, pouch, and bag-in-box. Our versatile technology and product innovation capacity enable us to deliver better for customers, for consumers, and for the world. Sustainability guides us, technology empowers us, but it's the passion and drive of our people that truly enable us to deliver better.
Founded in 1853, SIG is headquartered in Neuhausen, Switzerland, and listed at the SIX Swiss Exchange.
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