Slitter Operator

Engtal; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Engtal seeks a skilled Slitting Operator for our Gary facility to set up and run slitting equipment, ensuring cuts meet exact widths and tolerances. You will monitor line conditions, read blueprints, adjust tooling, and maintain high quality.

You will perform routine maintenance, inspect outputs against specifications, keep the workstation clean and safe, and record production metrics while coordinating with teammates to boost throughput; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training is a plus.
• Experience operating a slitter or similar production machinery preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run slitting equipment to cut materials to exact dimensions and tolerances.
• Continuously monitor line conditions and make adjustments to uphold quality.
• Conduct routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on the slitter.
• Inspect output to confirm accuracy and conformance with specifications.
• Keep the workstation orderly and follow all safety procedures.
• Coordinate with team members to improve throughput and workflow efficiency.
• Accurately record production metrics and promptly escalate issues to supervision.

Skills

Slitting equipment operation

Blueprint interpretation

Team communication

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Imagine Your DayAt our Gary, IL (46402) facility, you arrive to a well-organized production floor and a clear run schedule. You review job specs and blueprints, set your slitting line for precise widths, and verify tooling. As production starts, you watch the gauges, listen to the machine, and make fine adjustments to keep every cut on target. You capture production data, collaborate with teammates to keep material flowing, and finish the shift with a clean, safe work area ready for the next run.What You’ll DoSet up and run slitting equipment to cut materials to exact dimensions and tolerances.Continuously monitor line conditions and make necessary adjustments to uphold quality standards.Conduct routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on the slitter.Inspect output to confirm accuracy and conformance with specifications.Keep the workstation orderly and follow all safety procedures.Coordinate with team members to improve throughput and workflow efficiency.Accurately record production metrics and promptly escalate issues to supervision.What You BringHigh school diploma or equivalent; manufacturing or technical training is a plus.Experience operating a slitter or similar production machinery is preferred.Strong mechanical aptitude and a practical problem-solving mindset.Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality.Clear communicator and effective team contributor.Flexibility to work varied hours and overtime when required.If precision work and production excellence motivate you, we’d like to hear from you.