Slitter Operator - 2nd & 3rd Shift

Combined Metals Company LLC; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated operator to join their team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves operating and adjusting machinery to process metal coils, ensuring quality standards through inspections, and maintaining safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a passion for manufacturing, with opportunities for training and advancement. Join a company that values safety and quality, and be part of a team that supports a wide range of industries, from aerospace to automotive. If you're ready to make an impact in a growing company, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety culture and operate slitters to process metal coils.
• Inspect materials for quality and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Effective Communication

Quality Control

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Forklifts

Overhead Cranes

Job description

Combined Metals is a premier North American processor and specialty strip and wire distributor built through 50 years of growth and acquisition. Combined Metals is North America's largest independent processor and distributor of specialty strips and wire. Combined Metals has nine service centers supporting over 3,000 customers in the Aerospace, Defense, Nuclear, Medical, Petrochemical, Oil & Gas, Electrification, Automotive, and Consumer industries. Decades of quality and reliability have made Combined Metals a chosen source in performance applications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promote a strong safety culture and follow all plant safety policies.
• Operate and adjust slitters to process metal coils per specifications.
• Inspect material during processing to ensure quality standards.
• Identify, document, and properly label slit materials.
• Repair minor mechanical issues and troubleshoot equipment.
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other machinery safely.
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free work environment.
• Communicate effectively with team members and escalate issues as needed.
• Assist with bulk product inspections and defect removal.
• Participate in training and certification programs.
• Train new operators when necessary.
• Use precision tools (micrometers, calipers) for quality control.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Sufficient ability to maintain records and reports.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).