Slitter Line Operator

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Position: Slitter Line Operator

The position of Slitter Line Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining slitting equipment to cut large rolls of material into smaller, specified widths. This role ensures product quality, machine efficiency, and safe operation while meeting production targets. This position may be cross-trained on the receiving and shipping processes and movement of product with use of forklifts, overhead cranes and other warehouse equipment.

Essential Functions:

• Set up and operate slitter line machinery according to job specifications
• Load and unload raw material rolls using cranes, hoists, or forklifts
• Adjust knives, spacers, tension, and guides to achieve correct slit widths
• Monitor machine operation to ensure quality, accuracy, and efficiency
• Inspect finished product for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Measure and record slit widths, weights, and production data
• Perform routine maintenance, blade changes, and minor repairs
• Troubleshoot machine issues and report major problems to maintenance or supervision
• Adhere to OSHA regulations; follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout rules, and housekeeping standards
• Work closely with supervisors, quality control, and other operators to meet production goals
• Open warehouse and prepare for work day; lights, doors, etc.
• Operate remote-controlled cranes, forklifts and other equipment as applicable, to safely move product.
• Operate track mobile to maneuver rail cars in and out of the building.
• Follow company guidelines and procedures for the safe loading and unloading material.
• Pull work orders.
• Receive and ship product through inbound/outbound scan process using a handheld scanner.
• Inspect material and make notations of any exceptions and or damages for all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Organize material and inventory within the warehouse.
• Package steel coils and prepare them for shipment.
• Remove and secure bulkheads against steel coils in railcars.
• Remove debris and clean out railcars prior to loading.
• Communicate incidents, accidents, damages, claims to management immediately.
• Ensure equipment is not overloaded.
• Follow company guidelines and procedures for proper warning signals when operating cranes and forklifts.
• Perform regular and routine inspection of equipment and monitor fluid levels to ensure optimum performance of equipment and safety.
• Ensure inventory and material is stored safely and blocked properly.
• Ensure work environment and areas are clean.
• Complete daily paperwork and record data.
• Participate in cross training, development programs and obtain any certifications as need or requested by management.
• Ensure proper personal protective equipment is in good repair and worn in accordance with OSHA regulations and Company policy.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or slitting line experience required (6 mos-1 year)
• Previous experience working in transportation or metals warehousing industry is preferred.
• Experience with forklifts, over-head cranes, track mobile, and hand held RFID scanners is preferred.

Expected Hours of Work: Employee must work a minimum of thirty (30) hours each week to maintain full-time status for benefits purposes, however the expectations of the position will require an average of forty (40) hours with some overtime required as scheduled. Any person within this position must be flexible to work varying hours, including nights, and weekends as necessary.

Work Environment: This job is located indoors and outdoors, with exposure to adverse conditions such as inclement weather, dust, loud noise, heat, cold, and wind. Exposure to chemicals; moving machinery, vehicles, and equipment; fumes; gases; petroleum; products; fire and electrical hazards; and confined spaces. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel requirements: Overnight travel is not required.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including: A choice of medical plans with FSA and HSA options Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance 401(k) Plan with Company Match Employee Assistance Program Company Health & Wellness Program Discounts with Preferred Vendors No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Odyssey does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.