Job Title: Slitter Operator
Job Description
The Slitter Operator supports a busy metals processing facility by preparing and slitting metal coils to precise customer specifications. This role works on a small, high-output production floor, handling coils, operating forklifts and simple machines, and ensuring accurate documentation and safe material flow throughout the plant.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of forklift operation experience (stand-up or sit-down).
Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure to make precise cuts on coils and sheet metal.
At least 1 year of experience working in an industrial environment such as manufacturing, warehouse, or production.
Experience with basic machine operation in a production or warehouse setting.
Ability to perform basic data entry related to orders, material identification, and production tracking.
Comfort working in a noisy, industrial warehouse environment.
Strong attention to detail when verifying measurements, material specifications, and documentation.
Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining a safe work area.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience operating a slitter machine.
Experience with general production, packing, and packaging tasks.
Familiarity with operating simple production tools and equipment such as automatic banders, core cutting machines, shrink wrappers, nail guns, and circular saws.
Ability to work overtime as needed to support production demands.
Strong reliability and adherence to attendance policies.
Why Work Here?
You join a growing operation with strong business demand and clear opportunities for advancement within production roles. The company recognizes performance with monthly bonuses based on overall company results once you transition to direct employment. You gain access to comprehensive health benefits, including medical with low co-pays, vision, and dental coverage. The employer provides uniforms, personal protective equipment, and a boot allowance once you are direct, reducing your out-of-pocket costs. Paid breaks, including both 15-minute and 30-minute breaks, support a more balanced workday. The production floor culture is relaxed and team-oriented, allowing you to listen to music and dress comfortably while you work.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ann Arbor, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ann Arbor,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
