SLITTER SETUP​/HELPER-1st

Job Details:

Job Location:

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49548, The setup person is tasked with safely and efficiently configuring the slitter arbors to ensure precise slit widths that meet our customers' requirements.

• Assemble tooling setups for the slitting line, utilizing tooling spacers, slitter knives, and stripper rings.
• Follow part numbers (PN) and straightforward instructions to ascertain the required widths for customer orders.
• Utilize the provided setup software and PN data to create a precise shimless setup.
• Use a tape measure, caliper, and micrometers to ensure the final product aligns with customer specifications, cross-referencing measurements with customer requirements.
• Perform daily calibration of tape measure, caliper, and micrometer, meticulously recording the results.
• Input necessary widths and parameters into the computer for the software program to generate setup information.
• Determine the required clearance for the setup using the provided clearance chart.
• Load and thread a master coil up to the slitter head.
• Be capable of banding finished material as needed.
• Maintain proper 5S and housekeeping standards within the designated work area.
• Initiate training for the next phase of slitter operation, focusing on the role of the chief operator.
• Other duties as assigned.

High school education or GED required. Candidate must have the ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced production environment. Candidate must be able to also meet the physical requirements of the job including the ability to lift 50 pounds and work on your feet on a concrete floor for the entire shift. Candidate must also be able to effectively communicate with others and work well in a team environment.

Candidate must be qualified on tubes.

• Position demands prolonged periods of standing, walking, and operating machinery.
• Operators must have precise hand-eye coordination to handle equipment and materials effectively.
• Ability to lift, carry, and manipulate heavy materials and equipment.
• Capacity to endure repetitive tasks and maintain focus for extended periods.
• Ability to hear warning signals and communicate effectively in a noisy environment.
• Clear vision is necessary to inspect materials and read gauges and instruments accurately.
• Problem-solving skills:
  Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues that may arise during operations.
• Operators must be capable of making quick decisions to optimize processes and minimize downtime.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing production demands and work effectively under pressure.
• Effective communication is essential for coordinating with team members and reporting any issues promptly.
• Maintain orderly work areas and adhere to production schedules.

• Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.

• The primary work environment is within a steel manufacturing facility, which may include:
• Exposure to moving machinery, heavy equipment, and sharp objects.
• Work areas may be subject to fluctuating temperatures, including hot and cold conditions, dependent on the season.
• Loud noise from machinery and equipment operation.
• The presence of dust, debris, and airborne particles typical of an industrial setting.
• Adherence to strict safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with the manufacturing process.

Supervision and/or co-worker assistance are readily available. Attendance is closely monitored, as unscheduled absences may jeopardize meeting customer requirements due to insufficient staffing.

• Failure to follow established safety rules and procedures may result in loss of position or termination of employment.
• Failure to meet the requirements of the Attendance Policy will result in termination of employment.
• Failure to observe safety procedures in material handling may result in serious injury up to fatality and/or damage and loss of material or property.
• Failure to process charts in priority order may result in production delays or customer delivery delays, which may in turn result in the loss of business.
• Failure to follow proper operating procedures may result in excess scrap which may in turn result in production delays or customer delivery delays. This may result in decreased profitability and/or the loss of business.
• Failure to complete appropriate paperwork may result in…