Lead Manufacturing Machine Operator Metal Slitting 3rd shift

Overview

The 3rd Shift Slitter Lead is responsible for leading daily slitting production activities while operating and maintaining slitter machinery during the overnight shift. This role combines hands-on slitting machine operation with team leadership training and coordination to ensure safe efficient and highquality production. The Slitter Lead serves as the primary point of contact for the 3rd shift supports continuous improvement and helps ensure company standards and production goals are consistently met.

Schedule:
3rd Shift SundayThursday 10:00pm6:30am

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee slitting machine operations for the assigned production area during 3rd shift.

• Set up operate and troubleshoot slitting machines according to specifications and work instructions.

• Monitor slitting production output to ensure quality efficiency and safety standards are consistently met.

• Make slitter adjustments and guide operators to maintain optimal performance and minimize downtime.

• Identify address and report equipment issues defects and production concerns.

• Provide guidance coaching and hands-on training to slitter operators and new hires.

• Serve as the primary resource for problem-solving and technical support on 3rd shift.

• Maintain accurate production scrap and shift-related records.

• Ensure team compliance with company policies safety procedures and quality standards.

• Assist with bi-annual plant inventories as required.

• Communicate production status issues and improvement opportunities to supervisors and management.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of slitting machine operation setup and basic maintenance procedures.

• Prior experience in a lead senior operator or team leadership role preferred.

• Excellent problem-solving troubleshooting and decision-making skills.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.

• Effective communication and teamwork skills with the ability to lead by example.

• Forklift experience preferred.

• Physical stamina including the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy materials.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Vision insurance

• Dental insurance

• 401(k) matching

• Health insurance

• Paid time off