Slitting Operative

Job Purpose

The role of Slitting Operator requires you to become involved in the effective running of slitting machines in your designated Team whilst working, at all times, to the highest levels of safety and quality. You will foster good communications across and within the teams including with the day support function and other support functions. You will take an active role in the development of the production facility to maximise efficiency and minimise cost and undertake all activities / responsibilities of a Slitting Operator.

The main responsibilities of this role include:

• To operate machines and jointly assist in the activity of Slitting as required;
• Undertake job and specification changes, with assistance from a Team Leader as required, by correct use of tension control, knives, etc. as appropriate;
• Monitor sensors and systems for efficient use of product i.e. efficient run downs at the end of jobs and re-start of next job, making adjustments as required;
• Undertake a full range of quality checks and record the information to the standards required by the company;
• Load and unload coils promptly when required, packing coils to pallet and wrapping accurately to Customer specification;
• Accurately check and record information required by the company.  This includes accurate completion of quality records and production paperwork on outputs, waste and downtime;
• Assist in job changes as required and ensure that the machines are set up at standard operating conditions;
• Take an active role in developing world-class manufacturing principles and assist with the implementation in designated team;
• Be constantly vigilant to process or quality faults on the machines within your Team and advise line management of any non-conformances that you observe.  In addition, support line management in undertaking appropriate remedial action to correct the faults;
• Assist in the delivery of agreed Company training plans.
• Attend regular operational review meetings, at the appropriate level, to develop the process operation.

Qualifications/experience

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment advantageous.
• Previous experience of undertaking quality tests desirable.
• Proven ability to learn new processes and procedures.
• Understanding of basic health and safety principles.
• Ability to perform safely under pressure and excel at time management.
• Excel at verbal/written communication and documentation.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and flexibility.
• Demonstrate leadership and high personal standards in relation to job performance.

BENEFITS

• Pension Scheme
• Free On site parking
• Private medical cover
• Reward platform
• Reward and Recognition scheme
• Subsidized canteen
• Cycle to work scheme

About Amcor Flexibles Europe, Middle East & Africa (AFEMEA)

About Amcor Amcor is a global leader in packaging solutions for consumer and healthcare products. With industry-leading innovation capabilities, global scale and technical expertise, we help our customers grow and meet the needs of millions of consumers every day. Our teams develop responsible, more sustainable packaging in flexible and rigid formats across multiple materials. Supported by a commitment to safety, ~70,000 colleagues across ~140 countries bring our global capabilities to local customers and provide local access to global brands. Our work is guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC www.amcor.com | LinkedIn | YouTube

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