Slitting Line Operator

Kloeckner Metals - Americas; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals - Americas is seeking a Production Slitter Operator to set up, operate, and monitor a slitting machine while performing simple programming tasks. The role emphasizes measuring parts, maintaining quality, and supporting production through proactive troubleshooting.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a production setting, familiarity with reading measuring devices, basic math and computer skills, and the ability to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–2 years of production experience; metals industry preferred; slitter operator experience preferred.
• Willingness to work overtime, sometimes with short notice.
• Ability to read measuring devices.
• Basic math skills for measurement and calculations.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Physical ability to pass a medical/vision/hearing/mobility exam.
• Demonstrated reliable work history.
• Strong attention to detail and quality inspection.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines by reading work orders and adjusting materials to required lengths and specs.
• Operate the slitting machine, start/stop controls, and monitor for defects or malfunctions.
• Measure and inspect work pieces to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality.
• Perform routine maintenance and address minor issues as needed.
• Perform additional duties to support production efficiency and team goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Measuring devices

Mathematical skills

Basic computer skills

Overtime availability

Reading work orders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Processes quality products safely and efficiently by setting up, operating and performing simple programming of a slitting machine.

Job Responsibilities

• Machine Setup: Read work orders to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. Set stops or guides to specified lengths as indicated by scales, rules, or templates
• Operation: Activate the machine by pressing buttons or depressing pedals, and monitor operation to detect defects or malfunctions
• Quality Control: Measure work piece dimensions to ensure accuracy and adherence to specifications. Inspect material quality throughout the production process
• Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and address minor machine issues as needed
• Additional Duties: Execute other tasks as assigned to support production efficiency and team goals

Qualfications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 1-2 years of experience in a production environment, with preference for experience in the metals industry and as a slitter operator
• Overtime: Ability to work assigned overtime, sometimes with short notice
• Measuring Devices: Proficiency in reading measuring devices
• Mathematical Skills: Basic math skills for measurement and calculations
• Computer Skills: Basic computer knowledge
• Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility
• Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail with the ability to inspect materials for quality