Machine Operator – Seco Slitter - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Elmet Euclid LLC•Euclid, OH

4d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Machine Operator – Seco Slitter 21801 Tungsten Road | Euclid, Ohio 44117 | Benefits Starting Day One Turn Precision Materials Into Exactly What the Customer Needs At Elmet Technologies, precision manufacturing depends on operators who understand both the equipment and the material. As a Machine Operator – Seco Slitter, you will set up and operate specialized equipment used to slit, shear, and level refractory metal materials to customer specifications. You’ll use measurements, calculations, and your own judgment to determine how material should be processed while maximizing quality and material efficiency. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on manufacturing, working with industrial equipment, and developing specialized skills in precision metals production.

Requirements

A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Manufacturing or industrial production experience
Strong basic math skills, including fractions and decimals
Experience using micrometers or other precision measuring tools
Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with industrial equipment
The ability to perform accurate calculations for equipment setup and close-tolerance work
Strong attention to detail and product quality
The ability to follow work orders, specifications, and established procedures
Sound judgment when evaluating material and finished product quality
A commitment to safe work practices and proper equipment operation
The ability to work independently while contributing to the broader production team

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in a sheet metal, metals manufacturing, or similar industrial environment is a plus.
Previous experience in sheet metal or metals manufacturing can help you get up to speed quickly.
Slitting, shearing, leveling, or metal-forming equipment
Sheet metal or coil processing
Micrometers and precision measuring equipment
Close-tolerance manufacturing
Forklifts, lifts, or other material-handling equipment
Equipment setup and changeovers
Preventive maintenance and basic equipment troubleshooting
Material optimization and scrap reduction
6S, Lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement practices

Responsibilities

Set up and operate slitting, shearing, and leveling equipment to process finished orders and in-process material used by other manufacturing operations.
Set up the slitter to required dimensions using measurements and conversion calculations
Operate slitting equipment to process material according to order specifications
Coil or stack processed material and move it to the appropriate operation
Set up and operate equipment to level finished orders and in-process material
Shear material according to customer and production specifications
Plan how orders should be cut to maximize material efficiency
Check material gauge and surface condition before processing begins
Visually inspect finished work and verify that material meets established quality standards
Use micrometers and other measuring tools to verify dimensions and product quality
Identify unacceptable material and communicate concerns to your supervisor or Quality
Maintain accurate production records and material information
Perform equipment setups requiring accurate calculations for close-tolerance output
Operate lift and material-handling equipment to safely move and position material
Perform preventive maintenance and routine equipment inspections
Monitor the condition of slitter knives, spacers, fingers, pads, and other operating components
Coordinate with supervisors and Maintenance when tooling or equipment requires repair or replacement
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area following 6S practices
Support other production activities as manufacturing needs require