Job Summary:
Assists the Slitter Operator and other team members in the operation of the slitting line. Ensure materials and equipment are prepared and maintained to support continuous and safe operation. Perform tasks as directed by the Operator or supervisor while following all safety and quality procedures.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Make strip set up in middle separator shaft.
- Feed coil trim into scrap winders.
- Line up coil strip and secure strip to recoiler drum.
- Learn to operate coil cart.
- Learn to cut bands and assist recoiler operators to band the slit coils.
- Observe and identify surface defects such as flatness, holes, and edge burrs.
- Help maintain line cleanliness and organization during and after production.
- Follow written instructions on MPOs (Manufacturing Process Orders) and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
- Perform basic measurements using tape measures, micrometers, or calipers as trained.
- Ensure all personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn and safety protocols are followed.
- Maintain housekeeping in the production area, including sweeping, clearing scrap, and emptying bins.
- Assist with changeovers and machine cleaning as required.
- Perform tasks as directed by Operator or supervisor to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Work overtime when required
Required Skills:
- Ability to use basic hand tools (e.g., hand bander, cutters, tape measure).
- Motivated to learn and follow detailed instructions.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
- Basic reading and math skills; ability to read work orders and labels.
- Ability to lift to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
- Experience operating forklifts or cranes is a plus, but training will be provided.
Education and Experience:
- 2 -3 years of experience in the steel processing, steel distribution, metal processing, metal distribution industry (required)
- Must be able to work at a fast pace including but not limited to repetitive, heavy lifting, walking, standing, bending
- Manufacturing: 2 years (required)
- Steel/Metal industry: 2 years (required)
- High School diploma or GED (required)
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Physical Demands:
Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
REQUIRED on a daily or weekly basis
Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling
Repetitive Motion (e.g.10-key, use of keyboard, use of hand tools)
Fine Dexterity/Motor Skills
Other Physical Requirements: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Work Environment
Work is performed indoors in a manufacturing setting with regular exposure to noise and moving machines/equipment. Work may require employees to be near and/or around moving mechanical parts in an environment where the noise level may be loud, with some exposure to fumes. Employees will be required to wear the appropriate PPE.
For all other positions, please check the conditions that apply to the position and how often it occurs (frequency):
Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Work near moving mechanical parts
Work in high, precarious places
Fumes or airborne particles
Toxic or caustic chemicals
Outdoor weather conditions
Extreme heat/cold/humid conditions
Loud noise level (indicate source: Machinery operating__)
Wearing specialized PPE, (e.g. googles, gloves, etc.) Indicate type: Ear Plugs, Safety Glasses, Hard Hat, Steel Toe Boots, Uniform, Gloves, Face Shield_
