Slitter Operator - All shifts

Steel Technologies • Decatur, AL

5d

About The Position

The Slitter Operator performs slitting setup and operating tasks to meet customer specifications and production requirements. The role includes preparing and inspecting arbor and overarm setups, reconciling and loading coils, threading coils and mults through the equipment, monitoring product quality, and completing production documentation. The operator also supports equipment troubleshooting and maintenance, removes scrap, and cleans the work area.

Requirements

• Ability to perform complete slitting setup and operational tasks to ensure compliance with 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 the coil.
• Thread the coil through the slitter head, cropping non-complying material.
• Thread mults into the recoiler.
• Measure and verify product before, during, and after processing to maintain production and quality standards.
• Check and record gauge, width, hardness, camber, burr, and surface condition.
• Set the gauge monitoring system, when applicable, and ensure gauge calibration.
• Adjust machine setup to correct defects during slitting, when applicable.
• Communicate non-compliant production to the supervisor and/or shift lead.
• Band, secure, and identify slit mults.
• Complete production documentation.
• Assist maintenance with troubleshooting malfunctions or completing 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.
• Wellness program offering up to a 100% discount on medical premiums.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Free telehealth services.
• Supplemental accident insurance through Allstate, including coverage for accidents and cancer.
• 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 day one.
• 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 assistance for counseling, financial, legal, and family services.

What This Job Offers

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