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Entry Level Slitting Machine Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

As a Slitter Operator, you play a crucial role in the manufacturing process, operating slitting machinery to precisely cut and process materials such as metal, paper, or plastic. Your ...

Machine Operator

Allentown, PA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Set up, calibrate, and operate slitting machines according to work orders and production schedules ... Operator Requirements: * Prior manufacturing experience in slitting, laminating, printing, or ...

Slitter Operator

Canton, MI · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Operating Slitter Machines: Set up, run, and monitor slitting equipment to process steel coils accurately. * Inspecting Finished Product: Verify dimensions and quality to ensure customer satisfaction.

Deliver quality. We're looking for a Slitter Operator to run high-speed slitting/rewind equipment and ensure finished products meet quality and customer expectations. This role is the final ...

Slitter Line Operator

Dover, OH

$16 - $19.25/hr

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the Slitter Operator will be responsible for the efficient setup and operation of slitting machines, performing quality checks, labeling and packaging ...

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Slitter Operator

Farmers Branch, TX · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Set up and operate slitting machines according to work orders and customer specifications. * Load ... Qualifications * 2-5 years of experience operating slitting or converting equipment preferred.

Slitter 3rd Shift

Huntersville, NC · On-site

$16.75 - $20/hr

The operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining slitting machinery, monitoring the process for any defects or inconsistencies, and making adjustments as necessary. Attention to ...

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How much do entry level slitting machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level slitting machine operator in the United States is $17.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Slitting Machine Operator vs Entry Level Packaging Technician?

AspectEntry Level Slitting Machine OperatorEntry Level Packaging Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plant, operating machineryProduction line, packaging products
Industry UsageManufacturing, printing, paper, plasticsFood, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals

The Entry Level Slitting Machine Operator and Entry Level Packaging Technician roles both require basic technical skills and work in manufacturing environments. The main difference lies in their focus: the slitting machine operator handles machinery to cut materials, while the packaging technician prepares products for shipment. Both roles are essential in production lines and often share similar entry requirements.

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Machine Operator- Slitter - 2nd shift

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Olympic Steel

Streetsboro, OH • On-site

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago


Olympic Steel rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

About Olympic Steel:

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first – always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization. Learn more about Olympic Steel at iamolympicsteel.com.

Job Description

The Machine Operator safely performs position-specific responsibilities in line with Olympic Steel’s Core Values to ensure the highest level of productivity and quality while adhering to all relevant company policies and procedures. Sets up and operates automatic leveling, sheeting, console-operated equipment to level length and stack weigh flat sheets of various gauges of material to customer requirements.  Work from customer orders, engineered layouts, and general instructions.

Qualifications:

  • High School or GED equivalent preferred.
  • Experience in full set up and operation of slitting machine- metal preferred 
  • Mechanically inclined, production-oriented and safety and quality conscious.
  • General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work under general supervision.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to inspect material for quality conformance through the use of measuring devices and drawings.
  • Functional literacy.
  • Working knowledge of general computer programs preferred.
  • Previous experience with precision instruments preferred.

Why Work for Olympic Steel:

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement & Employee Discount Programs
  • Referral program

We offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact – at our company, in the local community and in the world. For a comprehensive view of our benefits visit Steelperks.com.


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