Machine operator / Coating and Slitting operator

Job Title : Machine operator / Coating and Slitting operator
Location : Columbia, SC
Duration : Direct Hire - FTE

Job Qualifications:
Seeking an experienced, dependable, skilled and detail-oriented Machine Operator (coating/slitting) to operate, monitor, and maintain line equipment to ensure high-quality output.
This position is essential to meeting production targets while maintaining strong safety, quality, and operational standards.

Education :

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Professional / Related Experience
Must Have : Slitting Experience 

• 5–10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment as a machine operator or helper.
• 2–4 years of specific machine operator experience.

Preferred:

• Experience working within the PSA (pressure-sensitive adhesive) or tape industry.

 
Skills & Physical Requirements

• Basic reading and math comprehension.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl for 12-hour shifts.
• Responsibilities:
• Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and product specifications.
• Monitor process variables to ensure all products meet required performance and quality standards.
• Load raw materials and unload finished goods according to bill of materials and product specifications.
• Maintain accurate production records and equipment logs.
• Meet daily output goals by adhering to production schedules.
• Participate in operator-led preventive maintenance to ensure consistent machine performance.

 
Quality Assurance

• Conduct in-line quality checks using approved measuring devices.
• Adjust machine settings as needed to resolve quality concerns and maintain efficience
• Report any equipment or measuring device malfunctions that may affect product quality.

Continuous Improvement & Leadership

• Collaborate with the Slitting Manager to improve product settings, boost efficiency, and reduce scrap.
• Support team members and serve as machine lead when required.
• Train Slitting Helpers to ensure proper workflow and safety compliance.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Follow all health, safety, and housekeeping guidelines.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and uphold facility safety standards.

 

At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. The pay rate for this position is $25.00/Hourly.