Ready to help build a better future for generations to come
In an everchanging fast paced world we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.
Join us and make a difference!
Job Purpose & Scope
The Slitter Operator is responsible for all aspects of setup operation and quality control of the large and small slitter machines in the Chicago Plant. They will be expected to setup knives/spacers over and under arms operate overhead crane slit aluminum and steel and perform quality checks in accordance with standard procedures and expectations.
Key Responsibilities & Job Content
Operate the slitter to support both Grid Metal Ceilings and engineering seeds:
Operate Forklift in accordance with Plant rules
Using the crane to unload trucks and load coils onto the slitter
Perform setups for knives and over/under arms accurately and in a timely fashion
Perform QC checks on all in coming full coils and slit coils
Emptying slitter s containers
Safely unload coils from slitter onto skids or racks
Help in other areas of the plant if the slitter is down for repair or not scheduled to run.
Complete 5S tasks throughout the slitter area
What we offer:
Competitive Pay & Benefits from Day 1: Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans.
401K Match: Up to 6
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO 12 paid holidays and parental leave.
Educational Assistance & Career Growth: Invest in your future.
Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement and EAP access.
Safety First: Companyprovided PPE and programs to keep you protected.
What you Bring:
This position requires the ability to selfmanage time prioritize orders and pay close attention to detail.
The position requires the employee to lift and move coils with an overhead crane. The candidate must be able to lift 50 lbs and be on their feet for 8 hours straight.
At Least 12 years experience in a factory setting operating slitter machinery.
SAP experience preferred
Ability to be forklift certified
Work Environment & Conditions:
Join a clean safe and modern facility equipped with cuttingedge technology advanced machinery and innovative processes. Safety cleanliness and employee wellbeing are at the heart of what we do supported by comprehensive training programs and protocols.
Who we are:
Founded in 1937 in Denmark ROCKWOOL transforms volcanic rock into sustainable innovative products that improve lives and communities. With a global team of over 12000 employees across 51 manufacturing facilities in 40 countries we share one common mission: to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living. Sustainability is central to our business strategy. Through our partnership with One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team we help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.
This role is part of our Rockfon business a division of the ROCKWOOL Group. Rockfon delivers comprehensive ceiling system solutions integrating stone wool and specialty metal ceiling panels with Chicago Metallic suspension systems providing highquality sustainable offerings to our customers.
Our Culture and Commitment:
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued respected and heard. With employees representing 79 nationalities we champion diversity provide equal opportunities and actively combat all forms of discrimination. At ROCKWOOL youll find a welcoming team environment built on what we proudly call The ROCKWOOL Way. This cultural foundation reflects our core values: ambition responsibility integrity and efficiency.
ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We assess all qualified candidates based solely on their skills and qualifications without regard to racecolor national origin religion gender age marital status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
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