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Job Title: Steel Slitter Machine Operator – 2nd Shift
Job Description

This role operates and assists with precision steel coil slitting equipment in a heavy industrial steel processing center. You will set up and run slitter machines, measure and inspect material using precision tools, handle steel coils and sheets, and ensure safe, accurate, and efficient production on a 2nd shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist with steel slitter machines to process steel coils into precise widths within tight tolerances.
• Use micrometers, calipers, and tape measures to perform accurate measurements on steel coils and sheets throughout the production process.
• Feed strips of steel into the recoiler and monitor the line to maintain proper tracking of steel during processing.
• Set up and change out slitter heads, including configuring slitter heads for specific jobs and ensuring correct tooling alignment.
• Crop off tail ends of heavy gauge finished products safely and efficiently.
• Log all processed coils in the coil log and maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Observe and inspect material for any defects, irregularities, or quality issues, and report or correct them as needed.
• Lift and handle sheets of steel, including lifting materials up to 100+ lbs as required by the production process.
• Operate overhead cranes to move large rolls of steel and coils safely within the facility.
• Perform banding of finished coils and use packing lines for quick banding and packaging of finished products.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move steel coils, sheets, and finished products.
• Assist with other machinery and processes as needed, including grinders, band saws, blanking, and cut-to-length operations.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines in a heavy industrial environment, including proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to facility rules.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and support continuous improvement in production efficiency and product quality.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of experience assisting with or operating a steel slitter machine.
• Hands-on experience working with sheet metal and steel coils in a steel processing environment.
• Ability to set up slitter heads and change out slitter heads for different jobs.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure, caliper, and micrometer accurately.
• Experience working in a heavy industrial environment, including around large rolls of steel and moving equipment.
• Banding experience for securing finished coils and products.
• Overhead crane experience for safely moving steel coils and large materials.
• Forklift experience in a production or steel processing setting.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to understand and adjust production machinery.
• Ability to lift sheets of steel weighing up to 100+ lbs safely and repeatedly.
• Strong attention to detail for measuring, logging coils, and inspecting material for defects.
• Comfort working on a 2nd shift schedule (3:00 pm – 11:30 pm).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with precision steel coil slitting in a full loop system with drag pad and roll tension stands.
• Familiarity with production environments that require camber-free products and tight width tolerances (within approximately +/- 0.005").
• General labor experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Experience with banding machines and packing lines for finished products.
• Cut-to-length experience and exposure to blanking operations.
• Experience operating or assisting with additional equipment such as grinders and band saws.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment within a mid-sized facility.
• Strong safety mindset and willingness to follow established procedures and best practices.

Why Work Here?

You will join a specialized steel processing center that values precision, safety, and teamwork. The facility offers steady 2nd shift work with a shift differential, giving you the opportunity to grow your skills on advanced slitting and material handling equipment. With a close-knit team environment and exposure to a wide range of machinery, you can develop your technical abilities, expand your industrial experience, and build a long-term career in steel processing.

Work Environment

The role is based in a steel processing center that handles large rolls of steel using overhead cranes, slitters, banding machines, forklifts, grinders, band saws, blanking lines, and cut-to-length equipment. The slitter line provides precision steel coil slitting with full loop capabilities and a combination of drag pad and roll tension stands to deliver camber-free products and precise widths. The facility operates as a heavy industrial environment with approximately 33 employees, where you work around moving equipment, large coils, and high-volume production. This is a 2nd shift position, typically from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required, including steel-toe footwear, and the dress code aligns with a heavy industrial and safety-focused setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sauk Village, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.72 - $28.22/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sauk Village,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.