at Valmont Utility in El Dorado, Kansas, United States
Job Description
The Slitter/Decoiler Operator is an Individual Contributor responsible for the setup and operation of various pieces of equipment, including a Slitter and Decoiler machine, to level, edge trim and cut-to-length steel sheets from coil.
Essential Functions
- Responsible for programming and operating the PLC controlled leveling and shearing machines
- Responsible for calibration and set-up of equipment
- Observe operation and periodically verify conformance of machined work to process sheet, specifications and blueprint data
- Unband steel coil to feed through the cut-to-length machine
- Load steel coil via the coil cart
- Maintain the cleanliness of work area including all equipment and machinery
- Use overhead crane, forklift and/or conveyor to load/unload material
- Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature-controlled environment and outdoors
- Other duties as required and/or assigned
Important Details about the Role
- Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty
- Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery
- Read and decipher blueprints and flat sheets without assistance
- The employee must maintain a safe and productive work environment producing a quality product which is shipped complete and on time to satisfy the needs of the customer
- The employee has a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, and delivery
- This position reports to the Production Supervisor
