Slitter Assistant - First Shift (Metal Processing)

Cleveland-Cliffs; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Koil Metals, a Detroit-based steel service center and subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs, is seeking a Slitter Assistant on First Shift. You will learn all aspects of the slitting process, verify coil data, assist operators, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Responsibilities include setting up slitter heads, verifying materials, and completing production reports. Requires basic math, measuring tapes, and reliable transportation; forklift experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent job experience.
• Entry knowledge and Novice skill level of slitting machines.
• Must be able to read Standard/Metric measuring tape.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematic calculations of standard/metric measurements.
• Must know fractional to decimal conversions by 1/16" increments.
• Must be able to take instructions from the Slitter Operator.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to read, understand and comply with work directions, training manuals and safety rules.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Fork truck experience.

Responsibilities

• Verify coil process information for accuracy upon each work order.
• Verify set up and process instructions with Operator.
• Verify correct coils are supplied for the production run performing required verification checks.
• Package finished materials based on the work orders requirements or Operator's instructions.
• Build slitter heads to ensure best possible options within the machine's capabilities.
• Build separator over arms to the proper sizes based on Operators' instructions.
• Process coils ensuring quality tolerances are adhered to.
• Work with the Operator to complete all associated documentation and reports (Slitting Production Report, Slitting Report).
• Monitor/Inspect equipment for safe operation and/or advise management of any maintenance concerns.
• Must have good housekeeping and the ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Support and assist packaging team members.

Skills

Reading tape measurements

Basic math

Reading and following instructions

Verbal and written communication

Computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Safe work practices

Teamwork

Attention to quality

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Slitting machine knowledge

Job description

Koil Metals, a Detroit-based steel service center and subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs, is seeking a Slitter Assistant on First Shift. You will learn all aspects of the slitting process, verify coil data, assist operators, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Responsibilities include setting up slitter heads, verifying materials, and completing production reports. Requires basic math, measuring tapes, and reliable transportation; forklift experience is a plus.