Slitter Operator

Engtal

  • Fairland, IN
  • 8 days ago

    Highlights

    Previous experience operating slitting machines, coil-processing equipment, or similar metal-manufacturing machinery. Familiarity with slitters, uncoilers, recoilers, tension levelers, or similar equipment.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationFairland, IN

    Description

    Job Responsibilities

    • Set up and operate slitting equipment to cut aluminum coils to customer specifications.

    • Adjust blades, spacers, tension, and machine speeds based on production requirements.

    • Load coils onto uncoilers and safely guide material through the equipment.

    • Operate uncoilers and recoilers and safely remove finished coils.

    • Inspect material for proper width, burr levels, edge quality, and surface condition.

    • Use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and tape measures to verify specifications.

    • Perform blade changes, lubrication, alignment checks, and routine preventive maintenance.

    • Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues and communicate larger equipment concerns to maintenance.

    • Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records.

    • Follow Lockout/Tagout, machine guarding, PPE, and all plant safety procedures.

    Job Requirements

    • Previous experience operating slitting machines, coil-processing equipment, or similar metal-manufacturing machinery.

    • Experience working with aluminum, steel, or other metal coils.

    • Familiarity with slitters, uncoilers, recoilers, tension levelers, or similar equipment.

    • Ability to use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and tape measures.

    • Basic mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance skills.

    • Ability to read and follow work orders, blueprints, and technical drawings.

    • Basic math skills, including converting fractions to decimals.

    • Forklift experience preferred.

    • Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.

    • High school diploma or GED preferred.

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