Slitter Operator

ROCKWOOL Group•Chicago, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Slitter Operator is responsible for all aspects of setup, operation and quality control of the large and small slitter machines in the Chicago Plant. They will be expected to setup knives/spacers, over and under arms, operate overhead crane, slit aluminum and steel, and perform quality checks in accordance with standard procedures and expectations.

Requirements

Ability to self-manage time, prioritize orders, and pay close attention to detail
Ability to lift and move coils with an overhead crane
Must be able to lift 50 lbs and be on their feet for 8 hours straight
At Least 1-2 years experience in a factory setting, operating slitter machinery
Must have mechanical experience and/or aptitude
Ability to be forklift certified

Nice To Haves

SAP experience preferred

Responsibilities

Operate the slitter to support both Grid, Metal Ceilings, and engineering seeds
Operate Forklift in accordance with Plant rules
Using the crane to unload trucks and load coils onto the slitter
Perform setups for knives and over/under arms accurately and in a timely fashion
Perform QC checks on all in coming full coils, and slit coils
Emptying slitter scrap containers
Safely unload coils from slitter onto skids or racks
Help in other areas of the plant if the slitter is down for repair or not scheduled to run
Complete 5S tasks throughout the slitter area