Slitter Operator Lead: Precision Metals on First Shift

aksteel; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Koil Metals, a Detroit-based steel service centre, has an immediate opportunity for a Slitter Operator on First Shift. The operator serves as the machine operating leader, guiding the slitting crew to achieve safe, efficient production and quality results.

You will verify run information, set up instructions, and ensure coils are ready for production while maintaining accurate documentation and adherence to safety rules.

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

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 verification checks.
• 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, Slitting Report).
• 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 when someone is in an unsafe position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Slitting machine operation

Reading tape (metric/standard)

Basic math

Verbal & written communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hi-lo experience

Overhead crane experience

Job description

Koil Metals, a Detroit-based steel service centre, has an immediate opportunity for a Slitter Operator on First Shift. The operator serves as the machine operating leader, guiding the slitting crew to achieve safe, efficient production and quality results.

You will verify run information, set up instructions, and ensure coils are ready for production while maintaining accurate documentation and adherence to safety rules.