Machine/Slitter Operator

Materion; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Equal employment opportunity

Job summary

Materion is hiring a Slitter Operator in Elmhurst, IL, to run slitting and tension leveling equipment within a teamwork-driven production cell. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely order processing, with opportunities to participate in training and maintenance tasks.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and 5–10 years of slitting experience, plus the ability to read micrometers and keep precise records. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5–10 years of slitting experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, measure with micrometers and maintain records.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office and email.
• Must demonstrate mechanical ability and good verbal/written skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate slitting & tension leveling equipment.
• Operate equipment to meet quality and productivity targets.
• Maintain safe and organized work area.
• Perform SAP transactions (inventory locators, PI sheet).
• Assist in equipment maintenance and training as needed.
• Comply with safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Reading & writing

Math basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP transactions

MS Office

Job description

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! *$1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS*

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Elmhurst Production Leader, the Slitter Operator position is responsible for performing the job duties of operating the slitting & tension leveling equipment. The Operator is assigned to a work cell at the Service Center for the purpose of processing Customer Orders in an efficient and timely manner. This individual will work in an environment that promotes mutual respect, teamwork, employee involvement and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to competently set-up and operate the slitting & tension leveling equipment.
• May require some guidance and direction, but in general is skilled enough to operate the subject equipment in the way it was designed.
• Possesses the ability to solve most operating problems with effective solutions.
• May act as trainer when assigned (“train the trainer” course required).
• Adheres to all safety procedures & rules.
• Adheres to all quality procedures at the facility.
• Processes orders in an effective and efficient manner.
• Operates equipment to ensure the highest quality standard, while maintaining an effective productivity rate.
• Participates in equipment maintenance duties as required.
• Continually inspects finished product for conformance to customer & Materion standards and requirements.
• Takes appropriate action to prevent escape of non-conforming material.
• Maintains work area in a neat, clean, and organized manner.
• Possesses the necessary skills to perform SAP transactions, including, but not limited to, “changing inventory locators” and “PI sheet transaction (transforming)”
• Participates in team activities as required.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Individual must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• 5-10 years of slitting experience preferred.
• Must be able to work independently or as a member of a team to meet demands.
• Previous forklift experience is preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, use micrometers to measure to moderately close tolerances (.0001) and maintain accurate operating, identification, and scrap records.
• Must possess basic computer skills, such as Microsoft Office products and email.
• Must demonstrate mechanical ability.
• Must have good verbal and written skills.
• Must have knowledge of basic math skills.
• Must demonstrate effective interpersonal skills to provide customer service.

Pay Range: $23.99 - $31.99 Actual base salary offered varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers. Please provide complete information. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.

Traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: MTRN) and headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Materion has over 3,500 global employees in 32 countries with an expanding footprint growing each and every day.