Slitter Operator

We are seeking an experienced Slitter Operator to join a growing aluminum manufacturing operation in Fairland, Indiana. This position is ideal for a hands-on machine operator with experience in slitting, coil processing, or metal manufacturing.

This is a 12-hour day-shift opportunity, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM, working a 3-2-2-3 rotating schedule.

What You'll DoSet up and operate slitting equipment to cut aluminum coils to customer specifications

Adjust blades, spacers, tension, and machine speeds for production runs Operate uncoilers and recoilers and use a forklift to move coils and finished material

Inspect finished material using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other measuring tools

Perform blade changes, routine maintenance, and basic mechanical troubleshooting

Monitor production quality, minimize scrap and downtime, and follow all Lockout/Tagout and plant safety procedures

What We're Looking For Experience operating slitting or similar metal-processing equipment

Experience working with aluminum, steel, or other metal coils

Knowledge of uncoilers, recoilers, blade setup, tension, and machine adjustments

Experience using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other measuring tools

Forklift experience and basic mechanical troubleshooting skills

Ability to work a 6:00 AM–6:00 PM 3-2-2-3 rotating schedule, including scheduled weekends

Work Environment Heavy industrial aluminum manufacturing environment working around slitting equipment, moving machinery, forklifts, noise, dust, oil, and temperature changes. Required PPE includes safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and cut-resistant sleeves.

Additional Information

Shift: 6:00 AM–6:00 PM

Schedule:

3-2-2-3 rotation

Initial training is Monday–Friday on 8-hour shifts before transitioning to the permanent schedule

Stable, long-term manufacturing opportunity with hands-on experience in slitting and coil processing

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Slitter Machine Forklifts