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Slitter Assistant

Cleveland-Cliffs
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2026
Location: Detroit, MI

Koil Metals is a Detroit-based steel service center that processes and distributed various flat rolled metal products. Koil has an immediate opportunity for a Slitter Assistant on First Shift. The Slitter Assistant's primary responsibility is to produce a quality product in a safe, productive and profitable manner, understanding and following instructions from the Operator throughout the operational processes. The Slitter Assistant will learn all aspects of the slitting process.

Summary Of Responsibilities

  • Verify coil process information for accuracy upon each work order.
  • Verify set up and process instructions with Operator.
  • Verify correct coils are supplied for the production run performing required verification checks.
  • Package finished materials based on the work orders requirements or Operators instructions.
  • Build slitter heads to ensure best possible options within the machine's capabilities.
  • Build separator over arms to the proper sizes based on Operators’ instructions.
  • Process coils ensuring quality tolerances are adhered to.
  • Work with the Operator to complete all associated documentation and reports (Slitting Production Report, Slitting Report).
  • Monitor/Inspect equipment for safe operation and/or advise management of any maintenance concerns.
  • Must have good housekeeping and the ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Support and assist packaging team members.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School or equivalent job experience.
  • Entry knowledge and Novice skill level of slitting machines.
  • Must be able to read Standard/Metric measuring tape.
  • Must be able to perform basic mathematic calculations of standard/metric measurements.
  • Must know fractional to decimal conversions by 1/16” increments.
  • Must be able to take instructions from the Slitter Operator.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to read, understand and comply with work directions, training manuals and safety rules.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Fork truck experience.

Koil is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

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