Steel Slitter Operator

Cardinal Staffing Services; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Staffing is seeking a Slitter Machine Operator for a first-shift role (6am-2:30pm, Monday-Friday). Pay is $18-$20 per hour, DOE, in a rugged steel processing environment. You will operate, set up, and monitor the slitting line and ensure safety basics are followed.

You’ll read orders, assemble tooling, load coils, inspect quality, document results, and train helpers as needed. Strong measurement skills a must.

Qualifications

• Experience with slitter machines or steel processing.
• Ability to read tape measures, calipers, and micrometers.
• Experience reading work orders and blueprints.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of steel processing, manufacturing, and quality inspection.
• Ability to perform accurate measurements and detailed records.
• Forklift/overhead crane experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate slitting machines per work orders.
• Read and interpret work orders, charts, production docs, and cutting instructions.
• Install spacers, shims, blades, and tooling for proper setup.
• Load steel coils onto uncoilers and thread through the line.
• Monitor operation and material flow for defects or quality issues.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Complete production documentation and inspection records.
• Use measuring tools including tape measures, calipers, and micrometers.
• Perform daily and weekly preventative maintenance.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping and safety procedures.
• Assist with troubleshooting and reducing scrap.
• Provide guidance to helpers and slitter support personnel.

Skills

Tape measures

Calipers

Micrometers

Leadership

Blueprints

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Reading work orders

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane

Job description

Slitter Machine Operator

Shift: 6am-2:30pm Monday-Friday

Pay: $18-$20 BOE

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Set up and operate slitting machines according to work orders and customer specifications.
• Read and interpret work orders, charts, production documents, and cutting instructions.
• Install and adjust spacers, shims, rotary blades, and tooling for proper machine setup.
• Load steel coils onto uncoilers and thread material through the slitting line.
• Monitor machine operation and material flow to identify defects, irregular cuts, or quality concerns.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Complete production documentation, inventory tags, ship tags, and inspection records.
• Utilize measuring instruments including tape measures, calipers, and micrometers.
• Perform daily and weekly preventative maintenance on machinery and tooling.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and ensure compliance with 5S practices.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment issues and minimizing scrap.
• Provide guidance and direction to helpers and slitter support personnel.
• Ensure all safety procedures and PPE requirements are followed.

Skills & Qualifications

• Previous slitter machine operation or steel processing experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately read tape measures, calipers, and micrometers.
• Experience reading work orders, blueprints, and production specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of steel processing, manufacturing, and quality inspection procedures.
• Ability to perform accurate measurements and maintain detailed records.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

Regular standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching.

Frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting up to 40 pounds.

Ability to work safely around moving machinery and industrial equipment.

Comfortable working in a loud manufacturing environment.

Preferred Experience

• Slitting machine setup and operation
• Steel coil processing
• Micrometer, caliper, and tape measure usage
• Quality inspections and documentation
• Forklift and crane operation
• Preventative maintenance
• Lean Manufacturing and 5S practices
• Manufacturing leadership or crew supervision

Work Environment

Industrial steel processing facility with exposure to moving machinery, forklifts, overhead cranes, and production equipment. Employees are required to wear PPE and follow all company safety, quality, and housekeeping procedures.

About Cardinal Staffing

At Cardinal Staffing, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:

• Access to a wide range of job opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
• Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
• Electronic weekly pay
• Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support
• Cardinal Staffing also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs.

Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.

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