Slitter Operator Exit

Zekelman Industries • Kansas City, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Slitter Operator-Exit sets up and operates high-speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to specified dimensions and specifications. The role is on the first shift, scheduled from 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and requires regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance according to the posted schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write English and maintain production records and logs.
• Ability to perform arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, decimals, and fractions.
• Experience using measuring devices such as tape measures, micrometers, and calipers.
• Ability to operate a forklift, crane, and other equipment necessary to complete the job.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to attend onsite regularly and predictably according to the posted schedule.
• Ability to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles for sustained support without fatigue.
• Good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina; ability to move and use limbs constantly.
• Ability to remain stationary for several hours and to lift, climb, bend, stoop, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift 60 pounds and stand for 10–12 hours.
• Ability to work in a plant or manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing or related industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Observe safety and lockout/tagout (LOTO) rules while operating equipment efficiently and effectively.
• Set up and calibrate equipment.
• Inspect materials for quality issues before, during, and after production.
• Record and report quality deficiencies to the supervisor or quality department.
• Maintain equipment tooling and tools necessary to complete the job.
• Diagnose equipment and quality problems while minimizing scrap and delays.
• Perform housekeeping tasks to keep work areas clean and safe.
• Complete reports related to production, changeovers, and scrap material.
• Assist maintenance with equipment repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs.
• Lead and promote health and safety work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Bonus plan.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED