CPS - 1st Shift Coil Line Operator

Central Plains Steel • Wichita, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Coil Line Operator sets up, operates, and monitors coil processing to level and cut metal coils to customer specifications. The position ensures product quality, maintains production efficiency, follows safety procedures, and works with team members to meet daily production goals. The role generally completes basic, routine tasks with detailed instructions and/or core knowledge of shop flow.

The operator determines processing specifications, verifies that the correct material is used according to work orders, coordinates material handling, adjusts machine controls, and measures and inspects pieces to ensure conformance with specifications and tolerances. The role also performs in-process and finished-product quality inspections, makes necessary equipment adjustments, handles and tags material, completes documentation and inventory checks, and reports irregularities to a supervisor. Employees must follow applicable safety and quality standards and maintain a clean, safe, orderly work area.

This is a full-time, first-shift position at Plant 1 in Wichita, Kansas, scheduled Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The work involves heavy physical demands, including lifting, standing, moving material, and exposure to temperatures above 100°F and below 32°F.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Must be able to meet or exceed Level 4 (Heavy Work) of a Personal Capacity Profile.
• 0–5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multilimbed coordination.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions for work situations.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram-based instructions.
• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations.
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on knowledge, experience, and judgment.
• Ability to lift 100 pounds occasionally and 60 pounds repetitively.
• Ability to stand for sustained periods.
• Ability to push or pull 80 pounds of force.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, internal customers, and/or vendors.
• Must be able to obtain certification to operate all required motorized material-handling and rigging equipment.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications.
• Ability to work in temperatures above 100°F and below 32°F.

Nice To Haves

• Warehousing and material-handling experience.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Determine processing specifications, including materials, sizes, surface conditions, defects, dimensions, tolerances, and operational sequences.
• Ensure the correct material is used for each job according to work orders.
• Coordinate and execute material handling.
• Adjust controls to set cutting speed, depth, and feed rates.
• Measure and examine pieces with precision measuring instruments to ensure they meet work-order specifications.
• Understand and apply tolerances identified by work orders, Standard Shop Tolerances, or ASTM.
• Perform in-process and finished-product quality control inspections.
• Remove scrap metal and clean equipment according to designated maintenance procedures.
• Diagnose problems and make necessary adjustments.
• Move material between production areas, storage, and other designated areas using a forklift or overhead crane.
• Tag material for proper identification and complete required documentation.
• Spot-check inventory and complete daily or ad hoc checks for proper material tagging as directed.
• Report irregularities to the supervisor for direction.
• Adhere to and ensure compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Quarterly incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match; 100% match for the first 4% of the employee's contribution
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Necessary safety training and equipment provided
• Stable, long-term employment with a reputable company

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed