Slitter Operator — PTO, 401(k) Match & Growth

Metals USA; Union, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

SCORE bonus program

401(K) with company match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Metals USA is seeking a Slitter Operator for our Union, NJ location. The role requires basic English, arithmetic, measurement skills, and experience with overhead crane and forklift operations. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, ISO quality, and teamwork.

We offer PTO, comprehensive health benefits, a SCORE bonus program, a 401(k) match, and clear opportunities for growth in a large, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical school graduate.
• Basic English reading and writing.
• Basic arithmetic and measurement skills.
• Experience operating overhead crane and forklift.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Knowledge of safety rules and OSHA standards.
• Ability to follow company policies and exercise judgment.
• Ability to read customer packaging requirements and assess product quality.
• Team player.

Responsibilities

• Set up burning machine; adjust gas flow and feed rates; measure with gauges and calipers.
• Align material in machine bed using gauges, templates, shims, or hand tools.
• Select materials per work order; inspect thickness, length, width, and color code.
• Coordinate material handling and operate overhead crane.
• Review CAD drawings and work orders; follow tooling instructions.
• Perform quality inspections for ISO certification.
• Stack and palletize finished products for shipment.
• Operate forklift and overhead crane as required.

Skills

Basic arithmetic

Reading & measuring

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Hand tools

Shop machinery

Basic computer knowledge

Safety procedures

Policy compliance

Team work

Packaging interpretation

Education

High school diploma/technical school

OSHA Forklift Certificate

OSHA Overhead Crane Certificate

Tools

Caliper

Job description

Metals USA is seeking a Slitter Operator for our Union, NJ location. The role requires basic English, arithmetic, measurement skills, and experience with overhead crane and forklift operations. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, ISO quality, and teamwork.

We offer PTO, comprehensive health benefits, a SCORE bonus program, a 401(k) match, and clear opportunities for growth in a large, inclusive workplace.