Metal Slitting Line Operator – Southington
Picture the start of your shift in Southington: you review the day’s orders, prep the slitting line, and bring coils of steel, aluminum, and stainless to specprecise width, clean edges, and consistent finish. You keep safety top of mind while balancing quality and throughput. If that sounds like your kind of workday, you’ll feel right at home here.
What you’ll do
- Set up and run the metal slitting line to meet job tickets and production schedules.
- Thread master coils; set knives, spacers, guides, and tension to achieve accurate cuts.
- Monitor equipment performance and fine-tune settings to sustain quality and efficiency.
- Inspect output for width, thickness, edge quality, burrs, camber, and surface condition.
- Complete coil changeovers; package, band, wrap, and label finished coils correctly.
- Record production counts, scrap, downtime, and quality checks.
- Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and basic maintenance tasks.
- Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout and PPE requirements.
- Maintain a clean, orderly work area and support continuous improvement efforts.
- Collaborate closely with production, quality, maintenance, and shipping teams to meet customer expectations.
What you bring
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- 2+ years operating a metal slitter or comparable manufacturing machinery preferred.
- Ability to read work orders, blueprints, and production specifications.
- Skill with tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other precision gauges.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
- Capability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a physically demanding environment.
- Attention to detail, reliability, and a strong commitment to safety.
Schedule
- Training: Must be able to train on first shift and be flexible to move to second shift.
- First shift: 6:00 AM–2:15 PM Mon–Thu; 6:00 AM–12:00 PM Fri
- Second shift: 2:15 PM–10:30 PM Mon–Thu; 12:00 PM–6:00 PM Fri
Why you’ll like working here
- Clean, climate-controlled facility
- Competitive pay with a monthly production bonus
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Advancement and career growth opportunities
- Stable, team-focused environment
- Ongoing training and development
Ready to apply?
If you take pride in precision work and want to grow your manufacturing career, apply today and join our team in Southington.
