Slitter Operator - Lead Precision Slitting on First Shift

Ferrous Processing and Trading Company; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Koil Metals in Detroit, MI is seeking a Slitter Operator on First Shift to lead the slitting crew and produce high‑quality steel products safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include setting up the slitter, verifying run data, building the head, maintaining quality tolerances, completing production reports, inspecting equipment, and keeping a clean, safe work area while following all safety rules.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent job experience.
• Advanced knowledge and skill with slitting machines and processes.
• Ability to read standard and metric measuring tapes.
• Basic math calculations using standard and metric units.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Verify production run information for accuracy and provide setup and process instructions to the slitting crew.
• Build slitter head to optimize options within machine capability.
• Process coils while maintaining quality tolerances.
• Complete all required reports (Slitting Production Report, Slitting Report).
• Monitor equipment for safe operation and report maintenance concerns.
• Maintain good housekeeping and a clean, safe work environment.
• Ensure team safety by preventing operation when unsafe conditions exist.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Slitting machine operation

Reading tape measures

Basic math calculations

Team guidance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hi-lo experience

Overhead crane experience

Job description

Koil Metals in Detroit, MI is seeking a Slitter Operator on First Shift to lead the slitting crew and produce high‑quality steel products safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include setting up the slitter, verifying run data, building the head, maintaining quality tolerances, completing production reports, inspecting equipment, and keeping a clean, safe work area while following all safety rules.