Recoiler/helper

Pro Resources Staffing Services; Butler (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Resources Staffing Services seeks a Recoiler Helper for our steel slitting line. You will assist operators in rewinding slit steel into finished coils, monitor quality, and prepare coils for shipment.

The role requires attention to setup details, safe operation, and readiness to work rotating shifts, overtime, and weekends. The ideal candidate can read orders and setup sheets, perform basic measurements, and follow safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, setup sheets, tape measures, micrometers, and calipers.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and rotating shifts as required.
• Preferred: 6 months to 2 years of experience in steel service center, coil processing, or similar manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up the recoiler arbor: install spacing discs, spacers, and rings per the setup sheet; assist with tooling changes on the slitter head and tension stand.
• Thread strip ends onto the recoiler mandrel; monitor coil build for alignment and defects; adjust tension as needed.
• Band and strap finished coils, apply tags, and package per standards; move coils using overhead crane or forklift.
• Follow lockout/tagout, wear PPE, and maintain a clean work area; participate in safety meetings and shift handoffs.
• Cross-train on recoiler, uncoiler, and packaging positions as directed.

Skills

Reading work orders

Basic math

Safety procedures

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead crane

Forklift

Job description

Recoiler Helper — Steel Slitting Line

Department:Slitting / Coil Processing

Reports To:Slitter Line Operator / Shift Supervisor

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Shift:[1st / 2nd / 3rd - rotating; overtime and weekend work as scheduled]

Pay Range:[$XX.XX - $XX.XX per hour, plus shift differential]

Position Summary

TheRecoilerHelper works at the exit end of the slitting line, assisting the Slitter Operator andRecoilerOperator in rewinding slit steel strip into finished coils that meet customer width, weight, and quality specifications. This role is responsible forrecoilerarbor setup, threading and starting coils, monitoring strip quality and coil build during the run, and banding, tagging, and staging finished product for shipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Setup

Review the slit schedule, setup sheet, and customer order to confirm coil width, number ofmults, coil weight, ID/OD, wrap direction, and packaging requirements. Build therecoilerarbor: install and space separator discs, spacer rings, and rubber stripper rings per the setup sheet, verifying spacing with proper gauges. Assist with knife, spacer, and shim changes on the slitter head and with tooling changes on the tension stand. Set up and adjust the tension stand (felt pads, rollers, or overarm separator) as directed. Verify scrap/edge-trim winders or choppers are set for the correct trim width. Position exit coil car, turnstile, or unloading equipment for the run.

Line Operation

Thread strip ends onto therecoilermandrel; set gripper slots, belt wrapper, or clamping devices and start the coil wrap. Monitorcoilbuild throughout the run for telescoping, dish, weaving, loose or crossed wraps, and edge alignment; alert the operator to correct tension, alignment, or tracking. Inspect strip during the run for burrs, slivers, camber, edge wave, scratches, coil breaks, dents and dimensional variance; stop the line and notify the operator or supervisor when defects appear. Take and record width, gauge, and burr measurements at required intervals using micrometers, tape, calipers, and go/no-go gauges. Watch the scrap winder or chopper and clear jams safely; keep the scrap pit and line area clear. Assist with coil changes at the entry end (uncoiler) as needed, including banding removal and threading.

Finished Coil Handling

Band and strap finished coils using steel or plastic strapping, seals, tensioners, and edge protectors per packaging standards. Remove separator discs and spacers; strip completed coils from the arbor. Apply coil tags, labels, and identification; verify heat numbers and lot traceability against paperwork. Wrap, skid, and package coils per customer requirements (VCI paper, stretch wrap, wood skids, eye-to-sky or eye-to-side). Move and stage coils to designated locations using overhead crane with C-hook or coil lifter, or forklift with coil ram. Record production data: coil numbers, weights, footage, scrap, downtime, and quality checks.

Safety and Housekeeping

Follow all lockout/tagout procedures before clearing jams, changing tooling, or entering guarded areas. Wear all required PPE at all times, including cut-resistant gloves and sleeves, safety glasses or face shield, hearing protection, and metatarsal safety boots. Maintain a clean, organized work area; perform end-of-shift cleanup, scrap removal, and basic operator-level maintenance and lubrication. Report unsafe conditions, near misses, and equipment problems immediately. Participate in shift handoff communication and safety meetings.

Other

Cross-trainonrecoileroperator,uncoiler, and packaging positions as directed. Perform other duties as assigned by the Operator or Supervisor.

Qualifications

RequiredHigh school diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience. Ability to read and understand work orders, setup sheets, tape measures, micrometers, and calipers. Basic math skillsincludingfractions, decimals, and unit conversion. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and safety procedures precisely. Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and rotating shifts as required.

Preferred6 months to 2 years of experience in a steel service center, coil processing, metal stamping, or similar manufacturing environment. Prior experience on a slitting line, cut-to-length line, or with coil handling equipment. Current or ability to obtain overhead crane and forklift certification. Familiarity with steel grades, gauge tolerances, and common coil defects. Experience with an ERP/production tracking system for entering production data.

Physical Requirements

Stand and walk on concrete for the full shift (8-12 hours). Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50lbs; occasionally up to 75lbswith assistance. Repeatedly bend, stoop, squat, kneel, reach overhead, and climb stairs or platforms. Handle separator discs, spacers, banding, and tooling with sustained grip strength. Sufficient vision (with correction) to inspect strip surfaces and read gauges and tags. Sufficient hearing (with protection) to respond to alarms, horns, and verbal direction in a high-noise environment.

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