Job Description

Description

Position Summary

Sev Rend Corporation is a leading manufacturer of flexible retail packaging and sustainable materials. We are actively seeking to fill a wire slitter operator position at our advanced production facility in Collinsville, Illinois. We are looking for a hardworking and driven individual interested in helping us uphold our longstanding commitment to our customers through quick lead times and superior quality. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our team as a Steel Wire Slitter. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating slitting machines to process steel wire, ensuring quality control, and preparing finished products for shipment. This role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

Machine Operation:

Ø Set up, operate, and monitor slitting machines to process steel wire according to production specifications.

Ø Adjust machine settings for optimal performance and troubleshoot any issues.

Quality Assurance:

Ø Inspect steel wire for conformity to customer specifications, identifying and resolving defects.

Ø Record and report any quality issues to the supervisor.

Material Handling:

Ø Load steel wire coils onto slitting machines and ensure proper alignment.

Ø Safely handle and package finished products for shipment, maintaining accurate inventory records.

Maintenance:

Ø Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of slitting machines to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Ø Notify the maintenance team of any major repairs needed.

Requirements

· High school diploma or GED required.

· Prior experience of operating slitting or similar machinery in a manufacturing setting is preferred.

· Basic knowledge of mechanical systems and troubleshooting is a plus.

· Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.

· Basic math skills and ability to read and interpret work orders.

· Good communication skills and teamwork ability.

· Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds.

· Standing, bending, and kneeling for extended periods in a production environment.

Work Environment and Safety Expectations

Work is performed in a production/manufacturing environment. Employees are expected to follow all posted safety rules, required PPE practices, housekeeping requirements, and applicable equipment-specific procedures. Employees must stop work and notify a supervisor when a task cannot be completed safely, when required instructions are unclear, or when the task would require a manual lift greater than 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Starting pay $18.00
• Employer pays 3% 401k contribution after 60 days of employment
• 40 hours of PTO (increases with tenure).
• 40 hours of Illinois Paid Leave
• 8 Paid Holidays.
• Company Provided Short Term, Disability, Long Term Disability, and Basic Life Insurance. 
• Optional Health, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Life Insurance. - https://member.uhc.com

What We Stand For:

Inspiration: We motivate one another to think creatively, challenge the status quo, and pursue excellence. Inspiration drives innovation, helping us move forward with purpose and energy.

Compassion: We approach every interaction with empathy, kindness, and understanding. By putting people first, customers, colleagues, and partners, we build strong relationships and create an environment where everyone feels supported.

Humility: We lead with integrity and a willingness to learn. Humility keeps us grounded, open to feedback, and committed to doing what is right for our customers and for each other.

Sev Rend Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics as defined by applicable law.

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