Slitter Operator — Precision Metal Processing

Combined Metals Company LLC; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Combined Metals Company LLC in Elgin, IL is seeking a hands-on forklift operator for our premier processing and distribution team. You will observe safety rules, operate forklifts, read blueprints, and inspect material for weight, alloy, size, and quality while maintaining accurate documentation and daily reports.

Responsibilities include annealing preparation, furnace operation, and equipment maintenance with a focus on safety, accuracy, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Able to pass company mechanical test.
• Teamwork and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety rules and wear PPE.
• Operate a forklift.
• Use micrometer, welder, cutters, and caliper.
• Check work orders for weight, alloy, size, and quality.
• Fill out documentation and timesheets.
• Transport and load coils for annealing with a forklift.
• Start and shut down furnace; operate control panels and edge guide system.
• Diagnose and repair minor problems and run equipment without supervision.
• Use spot welder for gauge and type adjustments.
• Select temperatures and atmospheres for annealing and processing.
• Ensure consistency in stack weight and customer specs.
• Inspect strip visually for quality; weld and grind butt welds.
• Monitor temperature, voltage, and overall equipment operation.
• Transport coils for further processing.

Skills

Forklift operation

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometer

Spot welder

Furnace control panels

Job description

Combined Metals Company LLC in Elgin, IL is seeking a hands-on forklift operator for our premier processing and distribution team. You will observe safety rules, operate forklifts, read blueprints, and inspect material for weight, alloy, size, and quality while maintaining accurate documentation and daily reports.

Responsibilities include annealing preparation, furnace operation, and equipment maintenance with a focus on safety, accuracy, and efficiency.