Steel Slitter Operator

Job Title: Slitter Operator

Job Location: Marathon Metals, Detroit, Michigan

Job Schedule: Mon - Thu, Fri & Sat as needed, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM

About us: MNP is an award-winning fastener manufacturer specializing in diameters from M3 to M24. Established in 1970, it is a family-owned business with core values of Humility, Integrity, Trust, Compassion and Dedication. MNP controls the complete manufacturing process from the annealing of the raw coiled steel through heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work without constant supervision. MNP seeks to promote from within and offers training and development at all levels of the organization; 75% of all leadership positions are held by employees who were promoted from within.

About the role: The slitter operator uses various machines and equipment in the steel slitting and packaging operation. Each operator must be reliable and able to work with attention to detail and safety standards. The successful candidate must have a willingness to learn, strive to produce quality products, and work well with others.

Responsibilities: Set up, operate, and tend machines to start a production cycle

Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed)

Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines

Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools

Test operation of machines periodically

Check output to spot any machine related mistakes or flaws

Essential skills required for success at MNP:

Adaptable / flexible

Life-long learning

Compassion

Communication

Listens well

Dedication

Dependable / reliable

Problem-solving

Humility

Follows directions

Self-motivation

Integrity

Honesty

Teamwork

Trust

Additional skills and/or experience required for success in the role:

Experience as a machine operator preferred, but not required

Understanding of production procedures preferred, but not required

Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)

Attention to detail

Able to work in a team environment

Able to lift a maximum of 50 pounds

Able to read job instructions

Able to complete required paperwork

Able to communicate clearly and effectively

Able to pass a pre-employment, post-offer physical, drug screen

Able to pass a background check

Benefits: Along with competitive pay, MNP offers employees BCBS medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, life insurance, flexible spending account, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) and 401(k) match, discretionary profit-sharing. Aflac products are also available. Benefits listed here are optional and have a waiting period. Additional benefits include a health clinic (onsite in Utica) for employees and their families; optional employee wellness activities include managing and tracking diabetes, blood pressure, and weight control; onsite, personalized retirement counseling; employee referral bonuses and employment of friends and families; access to tickets for Jimmy John's Field; volunteer opportunities include Gleaners, Suite Dreams, Veterans Support activities, Blessings in a Backpack, food and clothing drives, and others; employee recognition includes anniversaries, birthdays, and special events; employee discounts on autos, cell phones, and others; employee social activities include Detroit Tigers opening day, Fat Tuesday, ice cream/popsicles, picnics, team meetings, team outings, one-on-one with the president, and many more.

This job description is not intended to be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the company. We are an equal opportunity employer and a second chance employer. We give consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and any other related State or Federal protected classes or characteristics.