Slitter Operator
Champion Personnel System
Cleveland, OH, USA
USD 23-26 / hour
Posted on Dec 17, 2025
Slitter Operator
Posted: 12/17/25 2025-12-16 2026-01-15 Job Number: 52416094 Pay Rate: $23.00 / hour
Job Description
Job Title: Slitter Operator
Location: Cleveland, OH – East Side
Shift: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Type: Contract-to-Hire
Location: Cleveland, OH – East Side
Shift: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay & Benefits
- Starting Pay: $23–$26/hour (based on experience)
- Contract-to-hire with pay increase upon permanent hire
- Annual raises and performance reviews
- Health insurance: 90/10 split, $1,000 deductible
- 401(k) and additional benefits in progress
- Occasional free lunches and shop perks from ownership
- Lots of overtime available
About the Company & Work Environment
This is a tight-knit team with strong leadership and a family-like atmosphere. Recently acquired and undergoing major upgrades, this steel processing facility is located on Cleveland’s East Side. The company specializes in precision slitting of cold-rolled steel, stainless, aluminum, titanium, and carbon—all sourced directly from mills.
This is a tight-knit team with strong leadership and a family-like atmosphere. Recently acquired and undergoing major upgrades, this steel processing facility is located on Cleveland’s East Side. The company specializes in precision slitting of cold-rolled steel, stainless, aluminum, titanium, and carbon—all sourced directly from mills.
You’ll be joining a group where long-term employee retention and on-the-job camaraderie are the norm. Leadership is hands-on and employee-focused, creating a shop culture built on respect and support.
Job Responsibilities
As a Slitter Operator, you will play a key role in preparing steel coils for various industries including agriculture and manufacturing. Responsibilities include:
As a Slitter Operator, you will play a key role in preparing steel coils for various industries including agriculture and manufacturing. Responsibilities include:
- Set up and operate slitting machines for heavy-gauge steel
- Load coils onto the machine using an overhead crane or tow motor
- Install and align spacers and cutters on the shaft/arbor
- Make adjustments for accurate slitting based on specifications
- Inspect material for surface defects, holes, and damage
- Use precision measuring tools (tape measure, calipers) to verify tolerances
- Separate scrap and maintain a clean, organized workstation
- Calibrate and maintain measuring and slitting equipment
- Perform routine cleaning and lubrication of machinery
- Lift materials weighing up to 50 lbs as needed
Qualifications & Requirements
- Previous experience operating slitter or similar machinery preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Familiar with blueprints and technical drawings
- Excellent attention to detail and safety awareness
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Comfortable operating tow motors and overhead cranes
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods
- Steel toe boots required
Pre-Employment Requirements
- 5-panel drug screen
- Background check
Growth & Advancement
This role is part of a growing team, with opportunities to move into other departments like shipping and additional slitting operations. The company is invested in long-term employees and offers a clear path for advancement and skill-building over time.
This role is part of a growing team, with opportunities to move into other departments like shipping and additional slitting operations. The company is invested in long-term employees and offers a clear path for advancement and skill-building over time.
If you're ready to join a respected steel operation where experience is valued and loyalty is rewarded, apply today!