Slitting Line Operator

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Company Details
Industry: Construction
Description: The company opened its first manufacturing facility in Mombasa, Kenya, in 1962, rapidly widening its reach to include further countries in East Africa, and then Southern Africa. In 2003, all operating companies were reversed into the current holding company called Safal Investments Mauritius Limited and conduct its business across Africa as the Safal Group.Today, the Safal Group manufactures in 10 African countries and sells and markets its building solutions across the continent.
Job Description

Description

 

Set up slitting knives, spacers, and separator discs according to the job order.

 

Operate the uncoiler, tension stand, slitting head, rewind mandrels, and other line equipment.

 

Monitor the slitting process to maintain width tolerances and edge quality.

 

Adjust line parameters such as speed, tension, and knife alignment.

 

Ensure neat and tight recoiling of slit strips.

 

Trim edges and remove scrap efficiently using automatic scrap winders or choppers.

 

Label, weigh, and band slit coils for identification and storage.

 

Inspect material before and after slitting for edge burrs, scratches, camber, and width accuracy.

 

Record process parameters, measurements, and any deviations.

 

Communicate quality issues with QC/QA personnel for corrective action.

 

Follow lockout/tagout and other safety procedures strictly.

 

Perform daily inspections of equipment and report abnormalities.

 

Clean and lubricate slitter components as needed.

 

Assist maintenance team during planned or breakdown maintenance.

 

Fill out production reports, coil traceability logs, and shift handover notes.

 

Ensure job orders are executed in order and all scrap is accounted for.

 

Maintain records of tool wear, downtime, and coil usage.

 

Requirements

 

KCSE,

 

Government Grade Test Three in General Fitting

 

Knowledge in 6S & Autonomous Maintenance

 

Minimum of 1-year relevant work experience in Slitting line operations.

 

1-3 years in a manufacturing/industrial environment/setting.

 

 

 

Education: High/Secondary School
Employment Type: Full Time
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