Slitter Operations Assistant in Warren, Michigan at Lapham Hickey.

Steel Slitter/ Operator Assistant

Location: 25854 Sherwood Ave, Warren, Ml 48091

Job description:

Alkar Steel is looking for a Steel Slitter Operator Assistant to join our outstanding team on

the first shift (Usually 6am-2:30pm+). This valued team member will be primarily be

responsible for assisting the operator in slitting steel according to the work order and

customer specifications. We offer a full benefits package and a pay rate from $19.00-

$20.50 per hour depending on experience, with room to grow in the future. In addition,

there is the opportunity for quarterly bonuses indexed to performance. We would expect

that, overtime, the successful candidate would learn to both set-up and operate the

machine and eventually act as a backup operator or progress to operator.

Job Duties, Responsibilities and Authority:

Set-up over arms according to work order and customer’s specifications.

Verify width/gauge readings.

Move material using overhead cranes and/or lift trucks (when licensed).

Assist on machine operation when time permits.

Train and orient new employees that are hired for your area.

Ensure 100% cleanliness of tooling.

Work closely with foreman to resolve any problems that may occur.

Support the quality, environmental and safety systems.

Carry out any other duties that may be assigned.

First-level authority to stop the process, report a problem to management, and correct

the problem or request assistance in this endeavor.

Qualifications:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions.

Language Abilities:

Read and understand work instruction. Willingness to maintain positive communications

with other team members.

Math Abilities:

Utilize and understand a ruler/tape measure. Calculate basic mathematical figures. Read

and understand fractions. Apply general math concepts.

Computer Skills:

General computer skills and a willingness to learn.

Reasoning Abilities:

Solve practical problems. Follow work instructions.

Work Environment:

Reliability is a key component to success in this position. We maintain a supportive and

clean work environment. Due to the nature of our business, the noise level is elevated

(hearing protection is available). While performing the duties of this job the employee is

frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally

required to lift up to 75 pounds.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

o 401(k)

o 401(k) matching

o Dental insurance

o Health insurance

o Life insurance

o Paid time off

o Vision insurance

Work Location: In person