Tempered and Specialty Metals, Inc. (TSM) is seeking a Slitter Operator for our Sterling Heights location. The Slitter Operator is responsible for the overall productivity of the slitter line, with a goal of 95% efficiency, and cross-trains Slitter Helpers at Tempered and Specialty Metals.
Responsibilities and Duties
At a minimum, the following is a basic description of typical duties and responsibilities expected of the Slitter Operator position. These duties are not exhaustive and are subject to change as the needs of the organization require.
- Build set-ups by placing spacers and knives onto the tension arm at specified widths for the steel coils to be cut to the customer’s specifications.
- Monitor the process of steel being cut, knowing the gauge of each coil and adjusting accordingly.
- Enter data for the exact specifications onto the appropriate form for data entry into the computer.
- Direct Slitter Helper how to stage coils to be processed for maximum efficiency.
- Inform Plant Manager when supplies to perform job duties are in low supply.
- Safely drive the Hi-lo through the plant to move coils and skids to designated areas and operate the over-head crane to move coils from the slitter to packaging.
- Keep immediate work area clean and organized throughout the day.
- Use precision when operating tools such as tape measures, micrometers, nibblers and calipers.
- Maintain facility, equipment, and vehicles.
- Keep a clean and safe work environment.
- Cross train the Slitter Helper.
- Adhere to all TSM’s safety rules, regulations, and quality standards, handbook policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 1+ year(s) machine operator experience
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of coil slitting experience
Core Competencies
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Good organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
- Ability to measure using different tools
- Ability to read and transfer data accurately
- Basic math and computer skills
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction
- Strong work ethic; self-motivated
- Operate with high integrity, maintaining positive relations with co-workers, customers, suppliers, and management
Company Benefits
- 401k with Company Match
- Health Insurance
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Holidays