Slitter Operator

Koil is a Detroit based steel service center that processes and distributes various flat rolled metal products. Koil is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs and has an immediate opportunity for a Slitter on First Shift. The Slitter Operator is responsible for operating the machine to slit continuous lengths of material. 
 

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Spaces rotary blades on machine shaft, according to the width specified for strips and turns setscrew to secure blades in position
• Mounts roll or bolt of material on machine supports and threads material over tension bar, between feed rollers, and under rotary blades
• Laps end of slit material around take-up tubes
• Starts machine and observes flow of material through machine to detect irregular cutting and winding
• Moves levers to stop, start, and regulate the speed of the machine and to align material with rotary blades
• Disengages winding shaft and removes narrow rolls of material
• Report all quality concerns
• Verify production run information for accuracy
• Monitor and inspect equipment for safe operation and/or advise management of any maintenance concerns.
• Follow safety procedures while operating slitter and other equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED
• One year certificate from college or technical or three to six months of slitting experience
• Two or more years of experience preferred
• Good mechanical ability, including the ability to use rulers, gauges, and calipers
• Excellent proficiency in MS Office applications, primarily Excel
• Ability to work independently and make good decisions without constant supervision
• Must be able to read, write, and perform basic math
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Pre-Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required