Slitter Operator
Winpak
Winpak Films is seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Slitter Operator to join our Production Department in Senoia, GA on a 12-hour rotating night shift. In this role, you will operate slitting machinery to produce rolls according to customer specifications, while ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency. You will play a key role in supporting Winpak’s commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and delivering high-quality packaging solutions to our customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret shop orders and specification sheets to ensure product accuracy.
- Set up, operate, and monitor the slitting machine efficiently, minimizing scrap and downtime.
- Inspect finished products for defects and ensure all quality standards are met.
- Perform routine machine inspections and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area at all times.
- Accurately complete production reports and required documentation.
- Ensure proper material handling and maintain adequate supply of raw materials for production.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- 1–2 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in slitting or film production.
- Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
- Basic computer skills, including data entry and reporting.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product defects.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating slitting machinery or working with extrusion processes.
- Familiarity with safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
- Training or certifications in production or manufacturing processes.
Working Environment & Physical Demands
- Exposure to noise, hot surfaces, and chemical hazards.
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs frequently, with occasional lifts over 100 lbs (with assistance).
- Frequent bending, stooping, stair climbing; 80% of shift spent standing or walking.
- Requires visual acuity for reading specifications and operating machinery.
Compensation Range
- $20.00/hour – final compensation determined based on skills and experience.
Why Winpak?
Winpak is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to support the physical, mental, financial and social well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit package includes the following:
- Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage
- Travel coverage
- Disability coverage
- Voluntary life insurance
- Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Tuition assistance program
- Retirement savings plans
- A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services.
Winpak’s vision is to provide the best packaging solutions for people and planet. We are a leading supplier of innovative packaging solutions, known for providing high-quality products that meet the needs of a variety of industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. With a commitment to sustainability, safety, and excellence, Winpak continues to grow as a global leader in the packaging industry.
At Winpak, inclusion is one of our core values. We believe that an inclusive culture fosters a sense of belonging, drives innovation, and provides our brand a competitive advantage. Our goal is to create an environment free from harassment and discrimination, and where every individual feels respected, valued, and appreciated.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process, evaluating applicants based on merit, capability, and qualifications related to the job - never on identity factors such as race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To support this commitment, if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
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