Machine Operator I - Slitting Operator 2nd Shift

Machine Operator I - Slitting Operator 2nd Shift

Smithfield, Rhode Island, United States — thyssenkrupp Materials NA, Inc.

Job details

Type of contract: Full-time, Permanent

Experience level: Professionals

Remote work: Not available

Job field: Production & Manufacturing

Status: Ongoing recruitment, entry date flexible

Posting date: 2026/10/16

Job number: JR105942

Your responsibilities

Job Summary

Apply metal to customer orders and accurately process material according to the work order specifications. Ensure that processing equipment is maintained in a safe and clean condition. Maintain processing area in a clean, safe and orderly manner. Complete all required information entry accurately. Perform any other tasks as assigned.

Job Description

Are you an experienced machine operator with a strong safety mindset and an eye for detail? We’re looking for a Slitter Operator to join our 2nd shift production team. This hands-on role is critical to keeping our slitting operations running efficiently and safely. If you're ready to work around heavy machinery, contribute to a fast-paced team, and grow your skills in a stable environment—this could be your next career move.

Pay $23-$25 per hour Plus $1.50 shift premium for 2nd shift. Opportunity to earn monthly gain share bonus up to $600 per month.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Operate slitting machines per work order and setup notes
• Safely set up equipment and run materials to customer specifications
• Pull, inspect, and verify materials before processing
• Accurately record measurements and quality checks per sampling plan
• Use forklifts and cranes to move materials (must be certified as a Material Handler)
• Package materials per written work instructions
• Identify and record scrap or non-conforming material
• Communicate with sales reps for order clarification when needed
• Perform preventative maintenance and general clean-up duties
• Maintain and properly use measuring tools, scales, and scanners
• Provide performance feedback and contribute to continuous improvement
• Train others when required
• Meets TKMNA Employee Attributes / Competencies

What You’ll Need:

• High school diploma or GED
• Solid experience operating industrial machinery (preferably slitting machines)
• Previous experience in a warehouse or metals industry environment
• Forklift certification and material handling experience
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and handle physically active tasks
• Strong safety focus and ability to work around heavy equipment
• Comfortable using hand-held measuring tools
• Basic math, reading, and computer skills
• Use of hand held measuring tools
• Computer literate.

Why You’ll Want This Job:

• Competitive pay + shift premium
• Hands-on, technical work with growth potential
• Be part of a safety-focused, team-driven workplace

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

This position has been identified as “safety sensitive” by thyssenkrupp under applicable laws. Accordingly, any application for this position that is considered for employment with thyssenkrupp requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include testing for marijuana in accordance with any applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Compensation

$18.75 - $25.36

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

Disclaimer

This is to notify the general public that some individuals/entities are using the thyssenkrupp (“TK”) name, trademark, domain name, and logo without authorization. They are posing as employees, representatives, or agents of TK and its associated/group companies. These individuals/entities are fraudulently offering jobs online through texts, websites, telephone calls, emails, or by issuing fake offer letters. They are also soliciting jobseekers to deposit money in certain bank accounts or providing jobseekers with fraudulent checks to obtain banking information.

TK does not ask, solicit, or accept any monies in any form from candidates, job applicants, or potential jobseekers, who have applied to or wish to apply to TK, whether online or otherwise as a pre-employment requirement. TK bears no responsibility for money being deposited/withdrawn therefrom in response to such fake offers.

Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact reasonable accommodation.

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PLEASE NOTE:

1. TK strongly recommends that potential jobseekers do not respond to such fake solicitations, in any manner;
2. TK will not be responsible to anyone acting on an employment offer that is not directly made by TK;
3. Anyone making an employment offer in return for money is not authorized by TK; and
4. TK reserves the right to take legal action, including criminal action, against such individuals/entities.

TK follows a formal recruitment process through its own HR department and applications are evaluated by its HR department through pre-defined processes. Please visit our official careers website at https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en to view authentic job openings at TK.

If you receive any unauthorized, suspicious, or fraudulent offers or interview calls, please email us at [email protected].

Important to us

Health and Wellness

Health & Safety

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Pension and Retirement

Pension

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

Collaboration and Teamwork

Collaboration

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Professional Development

Development

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Compensation and Salary

Compensation & benefits

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Creative and Innovation

Creative leeway

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

Vacation and Time Off

Vacation and paid time off

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Sustainability and Environment

Sustainability

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.