Slitting Supervisor

Cps4jobs; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

cps4jobs is seeking a Slitting Supervisor to lead the metal coil slitting department in Elk Grove Village, IL. You will guide a team of operators and material handlers to meet production schedules while ensuring safety, quality, and equipment performance.

You’ll manage line setup, tooling, and process adjustments to achieve precise slit widths and edge quality, while maintaining records and promoting lean improvements. This role emphasizes strong leadership and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• 3–5 years in metal coil slitting or related manufacturing.
• 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Knowledge of slitting lines, tooling, tension control, and coatings.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.
• Proficient with ERP/MES and Microsoft Office; strong problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Supervise slitting line operations to meet production plans.
• Schedule workloads for operators and assistants.
• Oversee coil setup, tooling, and line adjustments for widths.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot, and coordinate with maintenance.
• Verify material identification, tagging, and packaging per specs.
• Maintain production records and downtime logs.
• Train and mentor staff on safety and quality control.
• Enforce safety policies and OSHA/compliance standards.
• Drive improvements to boost throughput and reduce scrap.
• Collaborate with quality and scheduling to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Strong leadership

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Read blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training preferred

Tools

ERP/MES systems

Microsoft Office

Slitting line equipment knowledge

Job description

Job Title

Slitting Supervisor

Department

Production / Coil Processing

Reports To

Director of Manufacturing

Position Summary

The Slitting Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of the metal slitting department, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality processing of coil materials. This position leads a team of operators and material handlers to meet production schedules, maintain equipment performance, and achieve customer specifications for slit coil width, edge quality, and packaging standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all slitting line operations, ensuring coil processing meets production plans and customer requirements.
• Schedule and assign workloads to operators and assistants for optimal efficiency and productivity.
• Oversee coil setup, knife tooling, arbor spacing, and line adjustments to achieve precise slit widths and edge quality.
• Monitor line performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Verify proper material identification, tagging, and packaging of finished coils per customer and internal specifications.
• Maintain production records, coil yield reports, and downtime logs accurately.
• Train and mentor operators on slitting techniques, equipment care, safety procedures, and quality control.
• Enforce plant safety policies and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput, reduce scrap, and optimize material utilization.
• Collaborate with quality and scheduling departments to resolve material issues and ensure on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in metal coil slitting, processing, or related manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of slitting lines, knife setups, recoilers, and tension control systems.
• Understanding of steel/aluminum grades, gauges, mechanical properties, and surface finish requirements.
• Ability to read blueprints, micrometers, and precision measuring tools.
• Proficient in production reporting systems (ERP/MES) and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and operate machinery throughout the shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in an industrial environment with noise, heat, and moving equipment.
• Willingness to work overtime or alternate shifts as needed to meet production goals.