Job Description

Job Title: Rewind / Slitter Operator - Paper Converting

Location: Lancaster / Depew, NY

Employment Type: Contract to Hire (Direct may be considered)

Industry: Printing

Compensation: $21/hr+ DOE

Schedule: 3rd shift (w/occasional OT). 3rd 12am - 8am. Train on 1st shift ( 8am - 4pm) until ready to move over. 

2nd shift: 4pm - 12am

About the Opportunity:

The Rewinder / Slitter Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining rewinding machinery to convert large rolls of paper into smaller, finished rolls according to customer specifications. This role ensures product quality, accurate measurements, and efficient production while following all safety and operational guidelines.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

*Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability

*Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries

*People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work

*Strong focus on partnership, reliability, and delivering meaningful results for clients.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Sound like a good fit and serious about your career?

Email resume to : [email protected]

What You'll Do:

Operate rewinding machines to slit, rewind, and finish material rolls to specified widths and lengths

Set up machines, including loading raw materials, adjusting blades, and configuring tension and speed settings

Monitor production to ensure quality standards are met (e.g., alignment, defects, consistency)

Inspect finished rolls for accuracy, labeling, and packaging requirements

Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and minor troubleshooting of equipment

Maintain accurate production records and documentation

Follow all safety procedures and company policies

Communicate with supervisors and team members regarding production needs or issues

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

High school diploma or equivalent required
At least 1x years experience in manufacturing, converting, printing, or similar environment preferred

At least 1x years recent experience reading job orders, measurements, and specifications

At least 1x years experience responsible for attention to detail and quality control

At least 1x years experience  monitoring and adjusting machine settings using PLC/HMI control systems

What Sets You Apart:

Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate industrial machinery

Experience with entering job specifications and parameters using computerized (CNC-style) interfaces

Additional Information:

After you , you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit.

The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

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