Slitter Operator - 1st Shift

Combined Metals Company; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Combined Metals Company is seeking a dedicated individual for a manufacturing role in Bellwood, Illinois. Responsibilities include operating a slitter to process coils, inspecting material for quality, and maintaining the work area. The ideal candidate holds at least a high school diploma, has manufacturing experience, and possesses strong analytical and teamwork skills. Adherence to health and safety regulations is essential, and a mechanical test may be required for applicants.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments.
• Sufficient ability to maintain records and reports.

Responsibilities

• Operate a power-driven slitter to slit coils into one or more strands.
• Inspect material during processing to ensure proper quality is maintained.
• Maintain the work area in a clean and neat fashion.

Skills

Math aptitude/setup calculations testing

Teamwork and communication skills

Analytical skills

Understanding of production procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers)

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Checking work orders, properly selecting processed material checking for weight, alloy, size, and quality.
• Operate a power-driven slitter to slit coils into one or more strands.
• Inspect material during processing to ensure proper quality is maintained.
• Set up and adjust slitter knives and stripper rings.
• Run material according to the specifications of the work order.
• Check slit strands - free of burrs, scratches, coil set, and within camber specifications.
• Properly identify all slit material and complete all documentation, in the ERP system.
• May require the repair of minor mechanical problems.
• Group completed coils together by work order in the designated area.
• Maintain the work area in a clean and neat fashion.
• Math aptitude/setup calculations testing
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass the company mechanical test.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Sufficient ability to maintain records and reports.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments.
• Working knowledge of measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Understanding of production procedures.
• Analytical skills.
• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g., constant use of protective gear).

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