Slitting Line Operator

Kloeckner; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

HSA

Wellness stipend

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Adoption assistance

Adoption & fertility support

Referral program

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Job summary

Kloeckner in Murfreesboro, TN seeks a production operator to set up and run a slitting machine, perform simple programming, and monitor quality. You will read work orders, adjust stops, and ensure pieces meet specifications. Bonus duties include routine maintenance and teamwork.

Qualified candidates have a HSD or equivalent, 1–2 years in production, and ability to work overtime with good measuring and basic computer skills. Comprehensive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years in a production environment preferred, metals/slitting experience ideal.
• Ability to read work orders, measurements and scales accurately.

Responsibilities

• Set up machine by reading work orders and adjusting stops to lengths.
• Operate and monitor slitting machine, detect defects or malfunctions.
• Measure workpieces to verify dimensions and quality throughout production.
• Perform routine maintenance and address minor issues.
• Support team with additional duties to boost efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading measuring devices

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Qualifications

• 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
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health insurance – Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Stipend
• Paid Life insurance
• Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Adoption Assistance (Financial)
• Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount

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