Machine Operator- Slitter

ThyssenKrupp Materials NA; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Thyssenkrupp Materials NA in Bolingbrook, IL is seeking a Slitter Operator on 2nd shift. Pay up to $26.64 per hour based on experience, plus a monthly gain share bonus and a $0.50 shift premium for 2nd shift.

Apply metal to customer orders and process material according to work orders; maintain a safe, clean work area and complete setup and inspections as required. High school diploma or GED and forklift experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and write.
• Lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Perform basic math skills.
• Safety focused mindset.
• Experience setting up and operating slitting lines.
• Team player with cross-training ability.
• Previous forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply metal to customer orders and process material according to work orders.
• Maintain safe, clean and orderly work area; operate equipment safely.
• Enter and record measurements; perform setup and inspections as required.
• Assist in lean and quality initiatives.
• Train others when required; work on or around heavy machinery on the warehouse floor.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic math

Safety mindset

Forklift experience

Team player

Cross-training

Lift up to 40 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Slitting line

Job description

Company

With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop - from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials - and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross‑channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes "just-in-time" or "just-in-sequence."

Copper and Brass Divison

Sales is a distributor and processor of aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze and more quality materials serving markets across North America, including Canada and Mexico. By providing customers with what they want, when they need it, Copper and Brass Sales is able to help them succeed in today's challenging global business environment. The company's focus on the Aerospace, Automotive, Electrical, Medical and Oil & Gas Industries allows them to offer these market segments expertise specific to their needs. The daily commitment of its employees to provide premium service focused on the customer first has earned Copper and Brass Sales the position of a respected leader in the nonferrous metals industry for over 80 years.

Your responsibilities

Job Summary

We are hiring a Slitter Operator on 2nd shift. Pay up to $26 per hour based on experience plus Monthly Gain Share Bonus.

$.50 shift premium for 2nd shift

Job Description

Apply metal to customer orders and accurately process material according to the work order specifications. Ensure that processing equipment is maintained in a safe and clean condition. Maintain processing area in a clean, safe and orderly manner. Complete all required information entry accurately. Perform any other tasks as assigned.

Key Accountabilities

• Must be certified in the material handler position.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment.
• Pull, inspect and verify product before processing.
• Properly and safely set up equipment to run material to set up note specifications.
• Process set up notes according to work order specifications.
• Verify that product meets set up note specifications per written work instructions and record measurements (sampling plan).
• Communicate with appropriate sales representative regarding changes/clarification to orders.
• Perform equipment preventive maintenance; Perform general clean-up.
• Properly enter/delete material identification tags per written instructions.
• Assist in the packaging of material per written work instructions and work order.
• Maintain issued measurement equipment in working condition.
• Properly operate weighing scale and record inspection measurements.
• Identify, record, and segregate scrap and any non‑conforming material.
• Provide feedback to supervision regarding machine efficiency and product quality.
• Complete job responsibilities in a manner that does not put him/herself or other individuals in an unsafe situation.
• Train others when required.
• Assist in any activities related to lean and/or quality.
• This is a position that works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery.
• Meets TKMNA Employee Attributes / Competencies

Minimum Requirements

• An individual must posses a high school diploma/ GED
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs
• Perform basic math skills
• Safety Mindset
• Experience setting up and operating slitting lines.
• Team player, engaged with team and business initiatives.
• Safety focused mindset.
• Flexibility to cross‑train.
• Previous Forklift Experience

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

This position has been identified as "safety sensitive" by thyssenkrupp under applicable laws. Accordingly, any application for this position that is considered for employment with thyssenkrupp requires successful completion of pre‑employment drug testing, which may include testing for marijuana in accordance with any applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Compensation

$19.69 - $26.64

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact [e-mail].