Machine Operators - 1st shift

About the role

As a Slitter Operator at Steel Technologies, your main responsibility is to set up and operate a slitter according to customer specifications and work orders. You will perform regular equipment inspections, measure dimensions, align parts, and produce material according to production instructions.

Responsibilities

• Make and inspect arbor and overarm set-ups to ensure compliance with production instructions
• Reconcile coil identity to production and load coil
• Thread coil through slitter head, cropping non-complying material
• Thread mults into recoiler
• Maintain production and quality standards by measuring and verifying before, during, and after processing
• Check and record gauge width, hardness, camber, burr, and surface condition
• Set gauge monitoring system (if applicable) and ensure gauge calibration
• Adjust machine setup to correct defects as needed throughout slitting (if applicable)
• Communicate non-compliance production to supervisor and/or shift lead
• Band/secure and identify slit mults
• Complete production documentation
• Assist maintenance to troubleshoot malfunctions or complete preventative maintenance as necessary
• Remove scrap from machine and empty hopper as needed
• Clean slitter and surrounding area

Requirements

• Ability to perform complete set-up and operational tasks of slitting to ensure compliance with customer specifications and production requirements
• Ability to use tape measures, Rockwell tester, micrometers, and calipers
• Ability to comply with safety rules and requirements
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance after 60 days of employment
• Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents and cancer
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) after 60 days of employment with competitive match after one year
• Paid Time Off starting after 90 days of employment
• Paid Holidays starting day one
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• Discount programs in automotive, technology, and more
• Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment
• Free uniforms after 60 days of employment
• Monthly Incentive Bonus after one full month of employment
• Education Assistance for job-related courses, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) offering professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family services