Slitter Operator

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Koil Metals in Detroit, MI is seeking a Slitter Operator on first shift to lead the slitting crew and ensure safe, productive production of quality flat rolled metal products.

The role requires strong slitting machine skills, the ability to read tape, perform basic math, and maintain safety standards. While not required, crane experience and a valid license are advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge and skill level of slitting machine.
• Must read Standard/Metric measuring tape.
• Must perform basic mathematical calculations of measurements.
• Basic computer skills.
• Hi-lo and overhead crane experience preferred but trainable.
• Good verbal and written communication; read and follow safety rules.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Verify production run information and provide setup instructions to the slitting crew.
• Build slitter head to optimize machine capabilities.
• Process coils ensuring adherence to quality tolerances.
• Complete Slitting Production Report and Slitting Report documentation.
• Monitor equipment for safe operation and report maintenance concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow safety procedures.
• Ensure safety of team members and halt operation if unsafe conditions exist.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Slitting machine operation

Reading tape (Standard/Metric)

Basic mathematics

Verbal and written communication

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hi-lo and overhead crane experience

Job description

Location: Detroit, MI

Koil Metals is a Detroit-based steel service center that processes and distributed various flat rolled metal products. Koil has an immediate opportunity for a Slitter Operator on First Shift. The Slitter Operator is responsible for producing quality products in a safe, productive, and profitable manner, and will function as the machine operating leader, guiding the slitting crew throughout the process.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Verify production run information for accuracy, provide slitting team with set up and process instructions, and ensure coils are supplied for the production run performing required verificationchecks.

• Build slitter head to ensure best possible options within the machine's capabilities.

• Process coils ensuring quality tolerances are adhered to.

• Complete all associated documentation and reports (Slitting Production Report, SlittingReport)

• Monitor and inspect equipment for safe operation and advise management of any maintenance concerns.

• Must have good housekeeping and the ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Responsible for the safety of team members, never operating the machine whensomeone is in an unsafe position.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent job experience.

• Advanced knowledge and skill level of slitting machine.

• Must be able to read Standard/Metric measuring tape.

• Must be able to perform basic mathematic calculations of standard/metric measurements.

• Basic computer skills.

• Hi-lo and overhead crane experience preferred but not required if trainable.

• Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to read, understand, and comply with work directions, training manuals, and safetyrules.

• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Koil is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.