CTL Operator - 1st Shift

Steel Technologies•Blytheville, AR

About The Position

As a CTL (Cut To Length) Operator at Steel Technologies, you will set up and operate a slitter according to customer specifications and work orders. The role includes inspecting equipment, measuring dimensions, aligning parts, and producing material according to production instructions. You will make and inspect arbor and overarm setups, reconcile and load coils, thread coils through the slitter head and mults into the recoiler, and maintain production and quality standards throughout processing. You will document production, secure and identify slit mults, remove scrap, clean the work area, and assist maintenance with troubleshooting and preventative maintenance as needed.

Requirements

  • Ability to perform complete slitting setup and operational tasks to meet customer specifications and production requirements.
  • Ability to use tape measures, a 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.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 60 days of employment.
  • Free MDLive telehealth services through the medical plan.
  • Wellness program offering up to a 100% discount on medical premiums.
  • Short-term and long-term disability.
  • Supplemental accident insurance through Allstate, including additional accident and cancer coverage.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • 401(k) after 60 days of employment, with a competitive match after one year.
  • Paid time off starting after 90 days of employment.
  • Paid holidays starting on the first day.
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
  • Discount programs in automotive, technology, and other areas.
  • 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, including up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications.
  • Career advancement opportunities.
  • Teammate Assistance Program offering professional counseling, financial, legal, and family services.
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