Slitter Operator- Nights

Position: Slitter Operator- Nights
Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
Shift: C & D Shift | 5:45 PM – 6:15 AM (12-hour continental schedule)
Pay Rate: $21.74 /hour + $2.00 shift differential
Retention Bonus:
To reward long-term commitment, this position offers a $2,000 retention bonus, paid as follows:
$1,000 after successfully completing 90 days of employment
$1,000 after successfully completing 180 days of employment
Please note: This is a retention bonus and is not paid at the time of hire.
Summary Description
The Slitter Operator I is responsible for operating slitting and roll handling equipment to meet customer specifications while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. This role supports production flow through machine operation, material handling, and quality verification.
What You’ll Be Doing
Set up and operate core cutting and roll wrapping equipment
Cut cores to required sizes and ensure proper supply for slitting jobs
Weigh, label, and wrap finished rolls per job specifications
Palletize finished rolls and move them to the finished goods area
Perform quality checks before and after production runs
Review customer specifications and ensure compliance
Conduct final inspections of finished rolls
Follow GMPs, SOPs, 5S, and DTM procedures
Perform data entry in Shop Floor and Quality systems
Communicate machine status and job details during shift changes
Assist with preventative maintenance as scheduled
Issue work orders for equipment or repair needs
Follow all food safety and allergen control requirements
Report safety concerns, incidents, and quality issues immediately
Provide break relief coverage for Slitter Operators
Support other shifts or departments as needed
Participate in Global Performance System (GPS) activities
We’d Love to Hear From You If
You have experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (preferred)
You can read, write, and communicate effectively in English
You have basic data entry and computer skills
You are comfortable using tools and measuring devices (standard and metric)
You have experience with pallet wrapping, forklifts, or material handling equipment
You can operate or are willing to learn overhead hoist systems
You are reliable and able to work 12-hour shifts
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED preferred but not required. Candidates who demonstrate the necessary manufacturing experience and the required literacy, numeracy, and technical skills will be considered regardless of educational background.
Ability to read rulers and perform basic measurements
Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
Benefits
At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources
Paid time off and holidays
Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Equal Opportunity Employer
TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.